Sous Chef

3 years

Pastaria , Niche Food Group's high-volume Italian eatery in downtown Clayton, and Brasserie by Niche , its classic French bistro, are seeking qualified and experienced Sous Chefs to join our award-winning culinary team.

At Niche Food Group, we value hospitality above all else, extending it to our customers, coworkers, suppliers, investors, and anyone else we can. We strive to be innovators and quality leaders, driven to provide memorable and satisfying dining experiences for everyone, every visit.

We offer competitive compensation, extensive benefits, opportunities for growth and advancement, and the experience of working for a James Beard Award-winning chef.

The skills listed below are our wish list," not a strict checklist. You dont need to have them all, but were looking for someone eager to learn and grow in any areas they havent yet mastered.

Ideal candidates will be

• Self-starters who recognize issues, challenges, and tasks and take initiative to address them.
• Organized and efficient , valuing systems, procedures, consistency, and high standards.
• Strong trainers and mentors , skilled at leading, teaching, and developing others.
• Quick-thinking problem solvers who can balance guest needs with the long-term impact on the restaurant and team.
• Collaborative team players who value fairness, equality, and diverse perspectives.
• Curious and resilient , unafraid to ask questions, take calculated risks, and learn from mistakes.
• Clear communicators who engage in ongoing coaching, address issues promptly, and remain proactive.
• Inspiring leaders who delegate effectively, motivate their teams, leverage strengths, and support growth in weaker areas.
• Business-minded individuals who understand the importance of food, beverage, and labor costs and know how to manage them.
• Passionate about hospitality , extending it to guests, staff, vendors, and the wider community.

At Niche Food Group, we understand that our success is integrally linked to how well we care for our staff and we are committed to providing benefits and resources for our employees that positively contribute to their quality of life:

• Competitive wages (weighted based on experience)
• Medical coverage for full-time employees (eligible to enroll 60 days after start)
• Free counseling and access to other mental health resources
• Paid time off for all full-time employees (2 weeks for salaried managers, plus 30 days paid parental leave for the birth of a child)
• 401k program with employer match
• Opportunities for growth
• Employee discounts at all Niche Food Group restaurants

If this sounds like a good fit, please apply, and tell us why. We look forward to hearing from you!

Compensation: Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program

Team Development and Training

Initiative

Kitchen Management

Attention to Detail

Food Safety Knowledge

Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks

Ordering / Purchasing

Menu Development

Teaching Skills

Inventory Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Costing

Adaptability

Communication

Effective Communication

Positive Attitude

motivational skills

Professionalism

Financial Acumen

Teamwork

Customer Service Orientation

Community Engagement

Conflict Resolution

Mentorship

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