Saks Global Sous Chef

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Senior
Posted
Jun 11, 2026

About Saks Global

Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and other luxury retail and e‑commerce experiences. The organization leverages extensive customer data, dedicated merchandising and digital capabilities, and strategic brand partnerships to deliver a highly curated luxury shopping experience across physical and digital channels.

Luxury hospitality sous chef position in New York, Florida. Lead kitchen team in fine dining operation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead kitchen operations and oversee culinary team execution
  • Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes according to executive chef specifications
  • Manage food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health and safety standards
  • Train and mentor junior culinary staff
  • Monitor inventory and food costs
  • Collaborate with executive chef on menu development and seasonal updates

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar senior kitchen leadership role
  • Advanced culinary training or formal culinary education
  • Mastery of multiple cooking techniques and cuisines
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Leadership and team management abilities
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills

Skills

Culinary expertise Kitchen management Food preparation and cooking Team leadership Inventory management Menu planning Food safety compliance

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2–3 years in a sous chef or equivalent senior culinary position in fine dining or luxury hospitality establishments.

Education

Formal culinary training or degree from a recognized culinary institute preferred; relevant certifications in food safety and sanitation required.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.

Culture

Saks Global fosters a fast‑paced, customer‑centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and digital innovation. Teams are collaborative and data‑informed, offering exposure to cross‑functional career paths across retail, distribution and e‑commerce.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Saks Global

Saks Global Sous Chef

New York, USA

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