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Yellow Magnolia Café and Canteen - Now Hiring: Sous Chef
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Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY Department: Culinary | Reports to: Executive Chef Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried Yellow Magnolia Café, located inside Brooklyn Botanic Garden, is a chef-driven, modern American restaurant focused on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Our menu highlights vegetable-centric small plates, heartier main dishes, plant-inspired desserts, and a seasonally inspired beverage program. By celebrating the beauty of the Garden and its connection to the Brooklyn community, we create memorable dining experiences for every guest. We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, hospitality-minded professional who is passionate about cooking, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and is eager to help lead and develop a talented team. What You’ll Do Culinary Leadership: Supervise and motivate BOH staff, set expectations for food quality, consistency, and presentation, and foster a positive, collaborative work environment. Production & Execution: Oversee daily prep and service, ensuring all dishes meet Yellow Magnolia Café standards. Taste and adjust seasoning on all items before service. Menu Collaboration: Work closely with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu development, daily specials, and event menus. Inventory & Ordering: Assist with ordering, and promote proper storage of food and supplies while monitoring product quality and minimizing waste. Training & Development: Mentor cooks and prep staff, sharing techniques and best practices to build skill and confidence on the line. Food Safety & Cleanliness: Enforce compliance with DOH regulations and maintain the highest standards of sanitation and organization in the kitchen. Administrative Support: Assist with scheduling, labor management, and production planning to meet budgetary and operational goals. Event Support: Participate in catering and banquet production for special events held throughout the Garden. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Supervisor in a chef-driven, upscale, or high-volume restaurant or cultural institution. Strong culinary skills with a passion for seasonally focused, locally sourced cuisine. Experience with catering, banquets, or large-scale food production. Proven ability to train, lead, and inspire a team. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with both BOH and FOH leadership. ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain). Why Join Us This role offers the opportunity to work in a one-of-a-kind setting at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with a collaborative team that values creativity, growth, and excellence. We promote from within and provide a path for advancement within Restaurant Associates (Compass Group).
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