What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at NARO?
About NARO:
Located in the iconic Rockefeller Center, NARO comes from husband-and-wife team chef Junghyun “JP” & CEO Ellia Park of NA:EUN Hospitality (Atomix, Atoboy, Somssi). NARO reimagines the Korean classics of JP and Ellia’s heritage through a contemporary lens, while honoring the rich foundations of Korean cooking. A blend of traditional techniques, thoughtful sourcing and ingredient seasonality crafts an approachable experience that captures the depth of Korean flavors.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Sous Chef with a strong work ethic, and an endless curiosity to learn and grow with our restaurant. This person will assist in teaching, modeling, and upholding the highest standards of: preparation, time management, food production, service execution, restaurant organization, and grace under pressure. This position reports to the NARO Head Chef.
Our ideal candidate is someone who can lead with compassion and empathy, while balancing the operational demands of the position.
The responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Leading the culinary team, before, during and after service - making sure that the team is prepared and ready before, focused and performing during, and constructively looking for opportunities for improvement afterwards.
- Coaching and mentoring team members and cultivating an environment of development and continued education of our staff.
- Effectively communicating and providing direction to the team, prioritizing tasks and managing demands, so that all daily tasks are completed in a timely and seamless manner.
- Making sure that all stations are set up and prepared for a successful service.
- Overseeing quality and consistency in all food production and execution.
- Assisting in ordering and inventory management in accordance with par systems, as well as reviewing products on a daily basis to ensure quality is consistent with kitchen standards.
- Assisting in the management of back of house team members, including: recruiting, hiring, scheduling, training new hires, and reviewing.
- Assisting in the creation and implementation of systems and procedures for maintenance and operational efficiency.
- Ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld by enforcing high sanitation standards.
- Collaborating with the Executive Chef and Head Chef on menu development.
- Meeting with and coordinating with both front and back of house managers in order to be aligned to the overall goals and objectives of the restaurant and having a working knowledge of the financial demands of the operation.
Qualified Sous Chefs must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:
- At least 2 years of fine dining service experience (preferably in a Sous Chef role)
- Passion for creating an incredibly memorable guest experience through cooking
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment effectively without losing focus on priorities and while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of (and desire to continue learning) all aspects of cooking, including sourcing of ingredients, methods of preparation, cooking techniques, etc.
- NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certification and a strong understanding, compliance, and enforcement of all best practices and procedures to maintain excellent restaurant hygiene conditions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workplace
- Knowledge and/or experience with Korean cuisine is a plus but not required
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs if necessary
- Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
- Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
Benefits offered:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Biannual Bonus based on performance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Quarterly R & D stipend
- Paid Time Off and Sick Pay
- 401k
- ATO Scholarship: a chance to win $1,500 to apply towards the cost of any educational endeavor
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Employee Discounts at NARO, Atoboy and Atomix
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, NYC-mandated Sick Leave
- On site Educational Classes
NARO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000