Executive Sous Chef Job at Montauk Yacht Club, Montauk, NY

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  • Montauk Yacht Club
  • Montauk, NY

Job Description

Proper Hospitality is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join the Heart of House at Montauk Yacht Club, our 107-room luxury property within The Collective.

Spanning 35 acres on Montauk’s Star Island, Montauk Yacht Club offers waterfront views, a private beach, three pools, multiple dining options and over 200 wet slips that can accommodate boats from small day cruisers to 300-foot superyachts. Holding eight decades of East End history as an elite social club and thoughtfully reborn for the modern traveler, guests can expect classic East Coast architecture, well-appointed interiors and detail-driven amenities. 

The Executive Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation and lead a team dedicated to delivering extraordinary dining experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Excellence

  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create innovative and seasonally inspired menus that reflect the hotel's brand and commitment to quality
  • Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation
  • Maintain awareness of industry trends and introduce new techniques and ideas to keep the culinary program fresh and competitive

Leadership & Team Development

  • Supervise and mentor the culinary team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
  • Lead pre-service briefings, training sessions and performance evaluations
  • Assist in recruiting, hiring and retaining top culinary talent

Operations Management

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, inventory management and equipment maintenance
  • Monitor food costs and ensure budgetary compliance by minimizing waste and optimizing resources
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards in all areas of the kitchen

Guest Engagement

  • Interact with guests to gather feedback, accommodate special requests, and enhance the dining experience
  • Partner with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless coordination between kitchen and service teams

Special Events & Custom Experiences

  • Support the planning and execution of private events, seasonal promotions, and bespoke culinary experiences
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and sales, to create unique offerings that enhance the hotel's brand

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in luxury or upscale establishments, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred
  • Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines, culinary techniques, and industry trends
  • Proven ability to manage a team and work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills

Company Overview

Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle hospitality company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Local area,

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