Executive Sous Chef at Papa Razzi Wellesley

PAPA RAZZI TRATTORIA OF WELLESLEY INC • Wellesley, MA

6d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Papa Razzi Wellesley is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join its culinary team. The restaurant serves Italian scratch cooking made with fresh ingredients, including made-to-order pizzas and pastas, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. As Executive Sous Chef, you will work with the Executive Chef to oversee and lead daily kitchen operations. The role is suited to a motivated culinarian with high-volume experience who is passionate about cooking, ingredients, and technique and wants to grow their career.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of previous experience as an Executive Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a full-service establishment.
• Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to build relationships and manage staff at all levels.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move 25–50 pounds.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to creating an equitable workplace and maintaining respectful working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary Arts degree preferred; candidates with exceptional experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and coordinate kitchen activities, including private dining.
• Monitor daily prep production and check the quality of mise en place before service.
• Oversee employees preparing and cooking food to support a quality guest experience.
• Develop BOH employees and kitchen supervisory staff on an ongoing basis.
• Assist with inventory, purchasing, and storage.

Benefits

• Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and dependent care spending account options.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Company-paid long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Company 401(k) match.
• Employee ownership opportunities.
• NRG Dining Card Program.
• 35% discount when dining at company locations, including food and beverages.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program.
• Tenure Program.
• Referral Bonus Program.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Telemedicine access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed