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Sous Chef

Goodwin Recruiting
Darien, Connecticut
On-siteUSD 65,000 - 75,000 / year

About this role

Sous Chef

We are hiring a Sous Chef for a high-volume, upscale steakhouse with a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and service. This is a hands-on leadership role in a structured, performance-driven kitchen where attention to detail and execution matter.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute service across sauté, grill, garde manger, and expo stations
  • Maintain plating standards, ticket times, and overall food quality during high-volume service
  • Supervise, train, and develop line cooks and prep staff
  • Support inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination
  • Manage food cost, portion control, and waste reduction
  • Ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety standards
  • Assist with scheduling and labor management
  • Support menu execution and recipe adherence
  • Step into kitchen leadership when needed

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Sous Chef or strong kitchen leadership experience with loyalty proven by 2 year plus tenures with each previous employer

  • Background in upscale casual or fine dining, high-volume environments

  • Experience in scratch kitchens with strong attention to detail

  • Hands-on leadership style, not a “clipboard” manager

  • Strong work ethic, accountability, and pride in performance

  • Understanding of food cost, labor, inventory, and kitchen systems

  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: $65,000–$75,000

  • Bonus opportunity

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Growth and advancement opportunities within a multi-unit restaurant group

  • JOB ID: 182002

  • Mike Ferrara

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