Executive Culinary Director

21 hours ago

New York, New York, United States Union Square Hospitality Group Full time

**Job Overview:**

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Sous Chef to join our team at Union Square Hospitality Group. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate culinary leader to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring a superior guest experience.

**About the Role:

The Executive Sous Chef will report directly to the Executive Chef and be responsible for leading a high-performing kitchen team. Key responsibilities include planning, organizing, and directing all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, and presentation.

This role requires a strong passion for creating delicious food, building high-performing teams, and delivering hospitality to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and maintain a clean and safe working area.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Lead a high-performing kitchen team and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each day's specific service periods
  • Delivers consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team and ensuring an effectively expedited service
  • Educate dining room service staff on all aspects of food menu & culinary procedures through tastings and staff presentation
  • Fosters a positive, collaborative work environment for both the service and kitchen teams, ensuring clear communication at all times
  • Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence.
  • Ensure that back of house operations are kept clean, safe and up to all 'A' level health code standards.
  • Lead the Sous Chef team to ensure all team members are appropriately trained to execute the assigned station properly
  • Provides feedback and guidance with excellence and hospitality in mind, ensuring that all team members have a pathway for growth and development
  • Consistently looks for internal and external opportunities to build our growing team
  • Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of Sous Chef experience in similar environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, restaurant scheduling, inventory and purchasing experience necessary
  • English fluency and Spanish preferred, but not required
  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time

**What We Offer:**

Union Square Hospitality Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • An annual salary range of $75,000 - $85,000, plus bonus potential
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
  • Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
  • Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
  • Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
  • Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
  • Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

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