Company description

Cello is an intimate, 29-seat, seasonally inspired restaurant where the menu changes almost daily, driven by the freshest ingredients and a love for creative, thoughtful food. Our mission is to be a restaurant that nourishes our community through a high level of hospitality, food and service

Job description

Sous Chef – Cello
Location: Lenox, MA
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:
Cello is a seasonally inspired restaurant where the menu changes almost daily, driven by the freshest ingredients and a love for creative, thoughtful food. Our mission is to be a restaurant that nourishes our community through a high level of hospitality, food and service. That community starts with our team & we are seeking a talented Sous Chef to be a part of it!

About the Role:
As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right-hand to the Executive Chef, helping to lead our kitchen, inspire our team, and execute a constantly evolving menu. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a passion for hospitality, quality ingredients and has a desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with the Executive Chef to develop and execute our daily-changing menu.
Lead and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
Maintain consistency and efficiency during service while keeping the kitchen organized.
Oversee prep, station setup, and ensure smooth execution during service.
Assist with ordering, inventory management, and minimizing food waste.
Uphold cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards.
Contribute to the positive culture by demonstrating a strong work ethic and the ability to work as a team as well as independently
Bring creativity, passion, and a positive attitude to the kitchen!

What We’re Looking For:

A candidate who has great Line Cook experience ready to take the next step up
Passion for seasonal, ingredient-driven cooking.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and train a team.
Ability to work clean, stay organized, and keep up in a high-energy kitchen.
Knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and costing.
A collaborative, can-do attitude

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to work with incredible seasonal ingredients and contribute to a dynamic menu.
Supportive, team-oriented kitchen culture.
Work-life balance
A chance to grow with us as we expand and evolve.

Cello is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $50,000 - $75,000

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline