Location: New York,NY, USA
Job Title: Sous-Chef
Location: Ginjan Café, Harlem, NY (Commissary Kitchen)
Employment Type: Full-time
About Ginjan Café:
Ginjan Café is not just about serving exceptional drinks and meals; it's part of a grander vision to bring authentic African flavors to the world. With locations in Harlem and Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, we provide a warm, welcoming space for community, culture, and memorable culinary experiences. Our Harlem commissary kitchen is the heart of our food operations, where innovative recipes and high-quality dishes come to life.
Role Overview:
Ginjan Café is seeking a talented and driven Sous-Chef who is passionate about African-inspired cuisine and ready to step up as a critical leader in our kitchen. With our Head Chef role currently open, this position offers a unique path for advancement. An over-performing Sous-Chef will be strongly considered for promotion to Head Chef, making this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious culinary professional looking to grow with a dynamic and mission-driven brand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations in our Harlem commissary, supporting the team and ensuring high standards of quality and consistency.
- Collaborate in the development of new menu items inspired by African flavors, helping bring creativity and seasonality to every dish.
- Take charge of inventory management, ordering, and cost control to ensure fresh ingredients and minimize waste.
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, keeping a clean and efficient kitchen environment.
- Train, mentor, and inspire kitchen staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Work closely with our front-of-house teams at both Harlem and Bed-Stuy locations to ensure smooth service and handle special requests or dietary needs.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a sous-chef or senior line cook in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- Deep appreciation for African cuisine with a willingness to expand culinary knowledge.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with a knack for motivating team members.
- Problem-solving mindset and passion for crafting memorable food experiences.
- Organizational skills with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Exudes hospitality! If you don't know what this means, you probably don't have it :)What We Offer:
- NO LATE NIGHT!! - Yes, you can finally have a life ;)
- Competitive salary with growth potential for a top-performing candidate.
- Work directly with founding team.
- 10 days PTO
- Pathway to Head Chef for the right individual, offering an opportunity to shape Ginjan Café's culinary future.
- A supportive, inclusive work culture and a unique brand focused on sharing African flavors with a global audience.
- Employee discounts & the chance to be part of a café with a vision: Today we're in NYC, but we have global ambitions, so we're looking for someone entrepreneurial to go on this journey with us!–––––
Join Us:
If you're ready to showcase your skills in a vibrant, culturally rich kitchen and aspire to lead, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your culinary career and become a part of Ginjan Café's growing legacy.
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