Cafe Sous Chef - Brookfield Place

Daily Provisions, born in 2017 from the kitchen of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Cafe in New York City, is a beloved and rapidly growing collection of all-day neighborhood cafes with strong restaurant roots. These cafes offer an elevated yet familiar menu that delights guests with classic dishes such as their signature crullers, all-day breakfast sandwiches featuring runny yolks, and freshly brewed coffee and teas. As the day progresses, Daily Provisions transitions into serving chef-driven salads, made-to-order sandwiches, seasonal sides, and comforting dinner options like the famous Roast Chicken. Over a short span, it has expanded beyond New York City to multiple locations including Jersey City, Boston, and Washington, D.C., establishing itself as a well-recognized neighborhood institution among food lovers.

Daily Provisions operates with a deep commitment to quality and hospitality, drawing from its roots in a world-class restaurant environment to deliver consistently excellent culinary and service experiences. The brand ethos centers around the concept of "Enlightened Hospitality," a guiding principle that shapes how they care for their guests, community, and team members alike.

The role of the Cafe Sous Chef at Daily Provisions is critical to maintaining the high standards and smooth daily operation of the kitchen. Reporting directly to the Cafe Chef, the Sous Chef supports kitchen leadership by ensuring that food quality, preparation, and service standards are met at every stage. This role requires a hands-on leader who can oversee daily kitchen operations including ingredient par management, food execution, health and safety compliance, and team development. In addition to managing kitchen logistics, the Cafe Sous Chef plays an integral role in coaching and developing the back-of-house team, including Line Cooks and other hourly staff, to foster a positive team culture focused on growth, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This full-time position is offered with an annual compensation of approximately $70,000, coupled with performance-based bonus opportunities that reward impact and excellence. The Cafe Sous Chef is expected to partner closely with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to implement the unique systems, routines, and service checklists designed by Daily Provisions to deliver superb guest experiences across multiple channels — including in-restaurant dining, third-party delivery, and catering. They ensure consistent, timely flow of service during busy periods and maintain open communication within all teams to align expectations and culinary knowledge. The role also emphasizes the importance of training and educating front-of-house team members about the menu and culinary details through tastings and presentations, helping enhance the guest experience from start to finish.

Joining Daily Provisions means becoming part of a community that values creativity, teamwork, and care. The Cafe Sous Chef is not only a kitchen leader but also a key ambassador of the company’s mission to extend hospitality in every interaction. This role offers significant opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and collaboration within one of the most passionate and respected hospitality groups in the industry. In addition, the company provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) matching, and employee assistance programs to support the wellbeing and success of its team members. For individuals passionate about culinary excellence and hospitality leadership, this is an outstanding opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where their skills and dedication will be recognized and rewarded.