Sous Chef

Nell's is an acclaimed upscale restaurant located in Seattle, renowned for its refined European-inspired cuisine and dedication to highlighting fresh Northwest seasonal ingredients. Known for its exceptional culinary artistry and commitment to quality, Nell's has earned a prestigious reputation in the Seattle dining scene, including being rated as the number two restaurant by Zagat. This distinguished establishment offers guests a unique gastronomic experience through a nightly five-course tasting menu that is carefully crafted and updated every day to reflect the freshest available ingredients. Its menu emphasizes scratch cooking methods, including making stocks, desserts, and ice creams from the ground up, ensuring an authentic and high-quality dining event for each guest.

At Nell's, the ambition is to blend traditional culinary techniques with innovative approaches, creating a memorable and demanding environment for culinary professionals. The restaurant's commitment to excellence extends beyond its menu, embracing a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team and work closely alongside our Chef de Cuisine. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the high standards for which Nell's is known. The role is very hands-on, requiring the Sous Chef to actively work a culinary station during service hours, directly engaging with prepping, cooking, and plating dishes consistently to the restaurant's exacting standards. The Sous Chef is also responsible for menu development input and ordering, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently each day.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in upscale dining establishments and a demonstrated passion for scratch cooking. Experience in high-end restaurants is considered a strong advantage. The work schedule typically consists of full-time shifts running from approximately 2 PM to 10 PM, allowing the Sous Chef to be present throughout peak service hours and support all culinary operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced, creative, and highly prestigious environment.