Sous Chef - Gjelina NYC

SOUS CHEF - Gjelina NYCSalary: $66,300–$80,000 per year (DOE) Location: New York, NY Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible SchedulePosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Gjelina NYC. This role is ideal for someone who leads by example, thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven kitchen, and is passionate about developing people.Working alongside the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will help oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain exceptional food quality and consistency, coach and develop the culinary team, and ensure operational excellence while fostering a respectful, collaborative workplace.What You'll DoLead and support daily kitchen operations.Coach, train, and develop BOH team members.Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.Assist with menu development, costing, and recipe execution.Manage inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and labor costs.Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture.What We're Looking ForProven experience in a leadership role within a high-volume, chef-driven restaurant.Strong culinary technique and organizational skills.Ability to lead calmly under pressure and make sound operational decisions.Passion for mentoring and developing others.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Commitment to food quality, hospitality, and continuous improvement. Equal Opportunity Employer Gjelina Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law. More detail about Gjelina Group New York part of The Gjelina Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/407261-Gjelina-Group-New-York