Sous Chef-Seasonal

Recruiting Partner: Francesca Brajuha

East Hampton, New York | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $70,000 to $70,000 | Job ID: 159795

Job Summary

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We’re seeking a skilled and driven Sous Chef to join the culinary team at one of Montauk’s premier dining destinations. This is a seasonal position running through Columbus Day, offering the chance to work in a fast-paced, upscale, oceanfront environment with a team that values excellence, creativity, and professionalism.

About the Role:

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, manage a high-performing team, and deliver consistently exceptional food during our busiest season. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate culinarian looking to make an impact and earn a $10,000 end-of-season bonus.

Responsibilities:

Oversee prep, line, and service execution for high-volume service
Maintain quality and consistency across all dishes
Supervise and train back-of-house staff to ensure proper technique and efficiency
Enforce all health, safety, and sanitation standards
Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls
Support in menu planning and seasonal specials
Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen culture

Qualifications:

3+ years of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, upscale kitchen
Proven ability to lead and develop kitchen teams under pressure
Strong organizational and time management skills
Experience with seasonal menus and local sourcing a plus
Must be available full-time through Columbus Day
Passionate, reliable, and team-oriented

What We Offer:

Competitive weekly pay
$10,000 bonus for completing the full season
Staff housing assistance available (if needed)
A dynamic, high-energy kitchen with a strong culinary vision
Opportunity to work and live in beautiful Montauk, NY

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 159795

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.