Job Description

The heart of Eckhart’s menu is food that goes well with beer and brings people together. We aim to reflect a thoughtful, concise and seasonally relevant approach to food that supports the quality and style of beer being brewed and served. The food program strives to find a through-line from the brewery to the taproom using both ingredients found in beer as well as byproducts of the brewing process along with fresh, interesting and quality ingredients to make a complete dining experience with a respect to the culinary heritage of those regions where these beers have been traditionally brewed. 

Who we are looking for:

The Sous Chef will be responsible for leading and managing the kitchen staff and ensuring a positive guest experience. This is a hands-on role that requires working closely with the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and addressing any personnel issues
• Ensure that all staff members maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, including wearing the required uniform
• Work with the chef to create and implement menus, specials, and recipes
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, quality control, and inventory management
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, breaking down daily and lead weekly deep cleaning sessions
• Ensure that all food safety and sanitation standards are met
• Resolve guest issues and work with front-of-house staff to provide excellent service
• Assist with ordering and inventory management
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the chef or management

Job Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50lbs and stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork
• Culinary expertise and a passion for food
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain high standards of quality
• Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• NYC Food Handlers card required; if you do not have one, you must be able to obtain one before opening

Compensation

• Salary: $65-70,000/year, based on experience
• PTO and health benefits
• Opportunity to build and lead a new team in a newly built kitchen
• Work in a comfortable and ethical environment
• Develop and refine culinary skills and techniques

To Apply

Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] . Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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