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Company DescriptionEJ's Luncheonette is a NYC iconic destination and neighborhood restaurant. The restaurant has 33 years of consistency and growth. EJ's is known for serving the best comfort food in the city. Our Chefs and Sous Chefs are continually converting old comfort food staples into relevant and current entrees and sides to keep the restaurant fresh, creative and innovative with its comfort food recipes. Role DescriptionEJ'S Luncheonette is seeking to hire a full-time Executive Sous Chef at our location in New York City, NY. The Executive Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the head chef with menu development, food purchasing, staff management, and kitchen operations. In addition, the Executive Sous Chef will work closely with the culinary team to help maintain a high level of food quality, as well as to design and implement new dishes that meet our customers' ever-changing needs. The Sous Chef must be enthusiastic about creating food that guests will remember and rave about.QualificationsGraduate of an accredited culinary program or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 3-5 years of culinary experience in high-volume kitchensStrong skillset in all areas of the kitchen including food preparation, cooking, and platingDemonstrated proficiency in butchery, pastry, andor garde mangerExcellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelinesAbility to work collaboratively with other kitchen staff and managementStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysAbility to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy items, and work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentResume should show jobs with greater than 3 years of longevityValidated Work References should be included with resume . Direct Supervisors preferred