Executive Sous Chef

Claudette is a polished French brasserie on lower Fifth Avenue, inspired by the countryside charm of Lourmarin. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and refined approach to French cuisine, Claudette has long been a favorite gathering place for the neighborhood and visitors alike.

After closing in August 2024 to complete essential building repairs, Claudette will reopen in Spring 2026 with renewed energy, a refreshed space, and a continued commitment to warm hospitality and exceptional dining.

The Executive Sous Chef would support our growing Culinary Team in all aspects of the kitchen and would preferably have experience with restaurant openings. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for supervising the production of food at all stations, assisting the cooks when needed, as well as supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of food cost and labor cost control. The Executive Sous Chef should assume command and manage all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. He/she should have accurate knife skills, the ability to read and follow recipes, train employees, and maintain health department, food quality, and company standards.

Requirements:
-Open availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as requested
-At least 5 years cooking in a high-volume kitchen, with at least 4 of those years in a management or supervisory role
-Experience with Word, Excel spreadsheets, Google Suite (sheets, docs, gmail, etc) and working with POS systems, R365, and other technology is required
-Self-motivated, inspiring, positive attitude and eager for growth
-Spanish speaking a plus!

At Casa Nela, we uphold five core principles that drive us personally and professionally:

Passion for Food: Our shared love of food serves as both inspiration and the unifying force that binds us together.

Sweep the Floors: Sweep the Floors underscores our collective dedication to maintaining impeccable standards, transcending positions or titles as we strive for excellence.

Driven to Grow : We navigate challenges with resilience and unwavering commitment, fostering continuous improvement on both individual and collective levels.

Do the Right Thing: Our organizational culture thrives on integrity and reliability, ensuring that each action aligns with the highest ethical standards.

In Service of Others: We cultivate an environment infused with warmth, where the well-being and experience of our guests take center stage.

ABOUT:
Casa Nela is a collection of European influenced NYC and Miami restaurants including Rosemary's, Claudette, Bobo, and Roey's. We are passionate about amazing culinary experiences, spirited hospitality, and our community in the Village & beyond.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and provides opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.