A polished, high-energy Italian steakhouse concept in Boston is seeking a CDC / Executive Sous Chef to help lead culinary operations within a fast-paced, highly experiential dining environment focused on elevated hospitality, premium ingredients, hand-crafted execution, and strong team culture.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who thrives in chef-driven yet operationally disciplined environments and enjoys balancing creativity, leadership, systems, and execution. The concept blends hand-rolled pastas, premium steaks, seafood, craft cocktails, and vibrant hospitality within one of Boston’s most visually impressive and high-profile restaurant environments. ()
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership presence, polished execution standards, scratch kitchen experience, and the ability to lead teams in high-volume environments while maintaining consistency, organization, and strong culture.
Responsibilities:
Assist in overseeing all day-to-day kitchen operations and culinary execution
Lead, coach, train, and develop BOH team members while fostering accountability and professionalism
Maintain high standards surrounding food quality, presentation, consistency, cleanliness, and execution
Support labor management, scheduling, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls
Partner closely with Executive Chef and leadership team on menu execution, prep systems, and operational improvements
Ensure smooth service execution during high-volume dinner, weekend, and event-driven business periods
Maintain sanitation, safety, and health department standards at all times
Assist with onboarding and development of culinary talent within a collaborative team culture
Support scratch cooking execution and uphold ingredient-driven culinary standards
Qualifications:
3+ years of Executive Sous Chef, CDC, or senior kitchen leadership experience within upscale dining, Italian, steakhouse, or chef-driven concepts
Strong scratch kitchen background required
Experience leading high-volume service while maintaining strong standards and organization
Proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop BOH teams
Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, and kitchen systems
Professional communication skills and calm leadership presence under pressure
Passion for hospitality, culinary execution, and team culture
Compensation & Benefits:
$95, 000 Base Salary
Performance Bonus
Medical Benefits
PTO
Growth Opportunity
High-Profile Hospitality Group Exposure
This role is ideal for a chef looking to join a growing, hospitality-driven restaurant group that values strong culture, polished execution, and elevated guest experiences within a vibrant Boston dining environment.
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