Senior Sous Chef

Job Title: Senior Sous Chef for LPM Restaurant & Bar Boston
Location: Boston, MA
Pay: $90,000 to $100,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

LPM Restaurant & Bar is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations at our Boston location. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality food preparation, leading kitchen staff, maintaining inventory and cost control, and ensuring full compliance with all food safety, health, and labor laws in Massachusetts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Executive Chef in planning and executing menu items, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost control to optimize efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure compliance with local health codes, OSHA standards, and food safety regulations.
• Monitor staff adherence to labor laws, including work hours and safety regulations.
• Collaborate on menu development, seasonal specials, and kitchen workflow improvements.
• Address guest feedback promptly and maintain high standards of service.

Compliance & Legal Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Massachusetts food safety and health codes, including proper storage, handling, and preparation of food.
• Maintain kitchen operations in accordance with OSHA workplace safety regulations.
• Ensure all kitchen staff follow workplace labor laws including proper scheduling, breaks, and overtime.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high-volume, upscale kitchen, with at least 2 years in a Sous Chef or senior kitchen leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary and classical cooking techniques, plating, and menu development.
• Proven leadership skills in managing kitchen staff and operations.
• Experience with inventory management, food cost control, and kitchen scheduling.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts food safety regulations, OSHA standards, and labor laws.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.