Sous Chef

Exit 4 is a community-driven, world-cuisine restaurant and catering company located in Mount Kisco, NY. Renowned for delivering a diverse array of craveable, chef-driven food, Exit 4 operates a dynamic kitchen built to support dine-in, takeout, delivery, and large-format catering services all under one roof. With a commitment to high culinary standards and efficient systems, the restaurant provides consistently excellent hospitality to families, local businesses, and community organizations throughout the region. The establishment is experiencing growth in its events and experiential dining offerings, while carefully maintaining the everyday consistency that its regular guests have come to expect.

This role is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional to lead the back-of-house (BOH) operations of this thriving business. As a key figure in the kitchen, you will oversee all aspects of food preparation, line execution, sanitation, and closing duties. Your leadership will be essential in training and coaching kitchen staff, holding them accountable to maintain the highest quality and consistency in recipe execution, portioning, and plating. In addition to daily kitchen operations, you will be responsible for critical management functions including inventory control, ordering, waste reduction, and food cost optimization. Your role will also extend to supporting catering and event execution, ensuring precise timing, quality, and packaging for all special orders.

Successful candidates will bring at least five years of kitchen leadership experience in roles such as Sous Chef Lead, Chef de Cuisine, or Executive Chef. The ideal leader will demonstrate strong line skills, a systems-oriented mindset, and a proven track record of managing food cost, labor, and inventory effectively. A calm, team-first attitude paired with high standards of excellence is essential to thrive in this role. Flexibility to work nights and weekends is required, as is the ability to communicate effectively with a Spanish-speaking team. If you are passionate about culinary leadership and eager to contribute to a community-focused restaurant that values quality and hospitality, this role at Exit 4 offers both challenge and opportunity within a supportive and growing environment.