Sous Chef | Wayland

Urban Outfitters•Wayland, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Terrain Cafe is expanding, opening our fifth location just outside of Boston. We are seeking a professional Sous Chef to be the second in command in our high-volume scratch kitchen. The successful candidate will employ advanced culinary and managerial skills to lead and develop a team of professionals while maintaining our standards of excellence. This is a fast-paced, high-performance role ideal for chefs who thrive on precision, speed, and working across multiple stations.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume, scratch-cooking environment.
Expert proficiency with industrial kitchen technology and advanced culinary techniques.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and delegate tasks effectively to a large culinary team.
Strong sense of urgency, excellent time management, and resilience under pressure.
Active ServSafe Manager Certification or willingness to take the course
Must be able to bend, stoop, and be in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours per day)
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

BS degree in Culinary Science or related certificate is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and mentor the BOH team, providing hands-on training to ensure culinary consistency and career advancement.
Direct high-volume service with precision, prioritizing speed without compromising excellence in plating or taste.
Masterfully execute dishes across multiple primary stations, including Sauté, Grill, and Oven.
Ensure strict compliance with health department regulations, food safety protocols, and sanitation standards.
Coordinate with the Executive Chef on menu design, inventory management, and labor scheduling.
Resourcefully solve operational issues and maintain a positive, professional approach with staff and customers.