Exec Sous Chef Greater Boston - Legal Sea Foods

Executive Sous Chef | Legal Sea Foods

Legal Sea Foods is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef who can lead a busy kitchen, develop strong teams, and deliver consistent execution during every service. This role partners closely with the Executive Chef and takes charge of heart of house operations in their absence.

We’re looking for a chef with deep a la carte kitchen experience, strong seafood skills, and a record of managing people and costs in a high-volume restaurant.

What you’ll lead

• Direct daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, staffing, and closing.
• Coach and develop Sous Chefs and kitchen team members; set clear expectations and follow through on performance.
• Maintain consistent execution of recipes, plating, product quality, and guest requests.
• Manage ordering, receiving, inventory variances, food cost, and labor decisions.
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and allergen standards.
• Work with the Executive Chef and front of house leaders to resolve service challenges and improve the guest experience.