La Padrona - Sous Chef - Join the Team!

La Padrona is Boston's highly awarded restaurant, celebrated for being the Best New Restaurant in the city. Known for raising the bar in Boston's competitive culinary scene, La Padrona specializes in authentic Italian regional cuisine paired with exceptional hospitality. The restaurant prides itself on providing guests with an immersive dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. La Padrona is part of a dynamic and growing Hospitality Group committed to excellence in both food quality and customer service. The Sous Chef role at La Padrona is a full-time, salaried position that demands passion, organization, and a strong focus on culinary excellence. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with 2-3 years of consistent high-level kitchen management experience, particularly those familiar with high volume and high revenue restaurant environments generating over $8 million in annual sales. As a key member of the kitchen leadership team, the Sous Chef reports to the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine and plays a crucial role in overseeing the restaurant's operations and staff. In this role, the Sous Chef is responsible for supervising back-of-house staff, ensuring the execution of food safety protocols, maintaining excellent food quality, and managing inventory effectively. The position also involves scheduling, planning, and organizing kitchen operations with precision and care. A deep familiarity with Italian culture and cuisine is highly preferred to enhance the authenticity and quality of the menu offerings. Beyond operational responsibilities, the Sous Chef will contribute to growing the business, enhancing the La Padrona brand, and motivating the team to deliver outstanding hospitality experiences. La Padrona emphasizes teamwork and a collaborative work environment where challenges are met with problem-solving and a can-do attitude. The company fosters a culture of mutual support among staff and is dedicated to providing memorable experiences for its guests. The role offers competitive compensation starting at $90,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, up to three weeks paid time off, and meal privileges across all group restaurants. Employees are supported with financial coaching and open-book management practices, encouraging transparency and personal growth. Flexible scheduling is provided to promote a healthy work-life balance. La Padrona also offers a clear career pathway with realistic timelines and goals, enabling motivated individuals to grow and advance within the company. This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who is passionate about food and hospitality to join a well-established team and contribute to the ongoing success and expansion of a top-tier Boston restaurant.

• Full-time availability
• consistent kitchen management experience
• willingness to learn and adapt
• positive attitude
• ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• reliable and organized
• knowledge of food safety standards