What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Tailor and the Cook?
Tailor & the Cook is an upscale, New American restaurant in downtown Utica featuring local farmers and producers. We're looking for an experienced sous chef to be the executive chef's right hand — someone who runs a clean, disciplined line, gets the best out of a team, and takes real pride in what leaves the pass.
What you'll do:
- Run the kitchen alongside the executive chef and take the lead in their absence
- Manage prep, station setup, and service execution so quality and timing stay consistent
- Train, coach, and hold the line team to a high standard
- Contribute to menu development, specials, and seasonal changes
- Own ordering, inventory, and food cost within targets
- Keep the kitchen fully compliant with health, safety, and sanitation standards
What we're looking for:
- 3 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 1–2 in a sous chef or lead line role
- Strong technique across stations and the flexibility to jump in wherever needed
- A calm, steady presence during a busy service
- Real leadership—you can teach, delegate, and set the tone
- Solid grasp of food cost, ordering, and inventory management
- ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Availability for a ~50 hour/week schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Compensation & benefits
- $65,000-70,000 per year, based on experience
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Bonus program based on labor and COGS
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000