SOUS CHEF / KITCHEN LEAD (YEAR-ROUND)
Jack’s Grill – Speonk / Westhampton, NY
Jack’s Grill is a new American restaurant focused on clean execution, consistency, and a well-run kitchen. We are building a small, reliable team and are looking for a Sous Chef / Kitchen Lead to run day-to-day kitchen operations.
This is a hands-on role. We’re looking for someone organized, calm under pressure, and committed to running a tight, efficient kitchen—not a large brigade or overly complex menu.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations and service execution
- Maintain consistency, quality, and speed during service
- Build and manage prep systems and daily organization
- Oversee ordering, inventory, and food cost control
- Train and lead a small kitchen team
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with health department standards
- Work closely with executive chef to maintain a focused, executable menu
Qualifications (updated)
- 3+ years in a leadership kitchen role
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience with ordering, prep planning, and cost control
- Ability to lead a small team and maintain standards
- Calm, reliable, and consistent during high-volume service
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, small team environment
- Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain)
- Weekend and peak-season availability required
- Must have own housing
Compensation
- $27-$30 (based on experience)
- Performance-based bonus
- Full-time, year-round position
Additional Details
- Small team, hands-on kitchen
- Focus on consistency over complexity
- Opening team opportunity with ability to shape systems and kitchen culture
To Apply
Please apply with resume or brief description of experience or stop better yet come by asap
295 Montauk Highway, Speonk NY 11972
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
