Position: Sous Chef job
About: Grace Farms, a center for culture and collaboration in New Canaan, Connecticut, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join their team. The Sous Chef will play a critical role in the kitchen, supporting daily service and preparation for large events while upholding the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. This position involves collaborating closely with the Commons Manager, Chef de Cuisine, and Lead Line Cook to ensure inventory monitoring, standards maintenance, and a positive team culture at Grace Farms.
Requirements: Minimum high school degree or equivalent; Culinary Degree preferred; minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in food and menu preparation, ideally in a restaurant and/or corporate setting with an a la carte menu; proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced kitchen environment; experience leading a line staff of 3-5 members; experience with inventory management, FIFO & LIFO methods; Serv Safe Certification is a plus
Benefits: tuition reimbursement, medical plan options including dental and vision coverage, 100% employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability, 403(b)-retirement plan with an organizational match, generous paid time off (PTO), sick and personal days, and 11 paid holidays