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Sous Chef Seasonal at Relais & Châteaux

Relais & Châteaux Nantucket, MA

Job Description

We are seeking a Seasonal Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team for the 2026 summer season. The ideal candidate will have strong fine-dining experience and the ability to thrive in a high-caliber high-volume Relais & Châteaux environment.*Position dates April - October 2026*Housing availableResponsibilitiesSupport the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operationsOversee prep production and service executionLead train and supervise cooks and stewardsMaintain cleanliness organization and compliance with state health and sanitation regulationsEnsure consistent quality and presentation of all menu itemsAssist with seasonal menu development and recipe testingManage inventory receiving and product rotationUphold food and labor cost targetsWork the line during service and support all stationsRated by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts White Elephant Resorts is a collection of elite properties which includes White Elephant Nantucket White Elephant Palm Beach The Wauwinet Jared Coffin House The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin Nantucket Boat Basin and White Elephant Aspen coming soon.Join our dedicated team and contribute to an award-winning culinary program on beautiful Nantucket!Qualifications : RequirementsMinimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar position in fine dining or luxury hospitalityStrong culinary technique and station proficiencyValid food handling certificationAbility to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining exceptional attention to detailStrong leadership communication and organizational skillsAbility to lift up to 70 lbs and stand for extended periodsAdditional Information : Rated by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts we are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment across all of our elite properties including White Elephant Nantucket The Wauwinet Jared Coffin House The Cottages at the Nantucket Boat Basin Nantucket Boat Basin White Elephant Palm Beach and opening soon White Elephant Aspen.Be part of a team that delivers award-winning service in one of the most breathtaking destinations in the world. We offer a collaborative work culture career development opportunities and the chance to make a lasting impact on every guests stay.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Kitchen Management Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Kitchen Experience,Labor Cost Analysis,Catering,Cooking,Cost Control,Sanitation,Knife Skills Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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