Sous Chef at Babbo
Job Description
STARR Restaurants and James Beard Award–winning Chef Mark Ladner have reimagined Babbo — a storied Italian institution that helped define New York’s dining landscape.
Chef Ladner’s return to the very kitchen where his culinary journey began is nothing short of momentous. Building on his celebrated work at Lupa and Del Posto — where he earned two Michelin stars and a four-star New York Times review — his reimagined menu will honor Italy’s rich regional traditions through his unique and visionary lens. This is paired with a world-class wine program featuring benchmark producers and rare, cellar-worthy gems.
This position offers a comprehensive package including:
- A Base Salary Range of $75,000- $80,000
- Quarterly Bonus Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
- Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants - and more!
- Deep knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine, ingredients, and techniques
- Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire, teach, and coach restaurant employees
- 3+ years of kitchen leadership experience as a sous chef in high-volume, well-rated restaurants
- Ability to support the line during service while managing transition from prep to service
- Excellent meat/fish butchery and pasta production experience is highly preferred
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