Job Description

CDC / Executive Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$95,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Benefits

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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