Job Description

Perched on the 24th floor of the acclaimed   Equinox Hotel   in Hudson Yards—named one of  The World’s 50 Best Hotels and featured in the  Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards — Electric Lemon is more than a restaurant. It's a celebration of clean, seasonal American cuisine, honoring the passionate farmers, growers, and artisans of the Mid-Atlantic. With sweeping city views, a serene open-air terrace, private dining space, and a sleek, modern dining room, Electric Lemon offers an elevated experience that effortlessly transitions from day to night.

We are seeking a lead-by-example Executive Sous Chef to partner with our culinary leadership team in delivering exceptional cuisine and memorable guest experiences. The ideal candidate is passionate about seasonal ingredients, committed to operational excellence, and dedicated to developing and inspiring a high-performing kitchen team.

• A base salary range of $90,000 - $95,000
• Quarterly bonus program up to 15%
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits coverage
• Dining discounts at over 25 affiliated STARR Restaurants
  - and more!

The ideal candidate is:

• Passionate about consistency, hospitality, and culinary excellence
• A confident, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• An effective communicator with exceptional organizational and team development skills
• Skilled at motivating, coaching, and managing a diverse hourly culinary team

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a well-regarded, high-volume restaurant
• A genuine appreciation for seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine
• Proven success leading expo and managing kitchen operations during high-volume service
• Experience recruiting, training, mentoring, and developing diverse culinary teams

Electric Lemon is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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