
JB Eatery — West Village, New York City
$70,000–$80,000 per year, based on experience
JB Eatery is a new 55-seat neighborhood bistro opening in the West Village. Our cooking is rooted in modern French technique with Asian influences—seasonal, ingredient-driven, and focused on thoughtful sourcing, strong execution, and consistency.
We are looking for a driven, hands-on Opening Sous Chef who wants to help build a restaurant from the beginning, rather than simply step into a system that has already been created.
You will work closely with the Executive Chef and ownership team to develop kitchen systems, organize prep and service, train the opening team, execute the menu, and establish clear standards for quality, cleanliness, communication, and accountability.
This is a hands-on culinary leadership position. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading from the line, working multiple stations when necessary, staying calm under pressure, and helping build a respectful kitchen culture based on discipline, teamwork, and pride in the food.
Experience with French technique, Asian ingredients, inventory systems, menu development, or restaurant openings is preferred but not required.
We care more about attitude, standards, leadership, consistency, and willingness to learn than having a perfect résumé.
This is a full-time salaried position, generally scheduled over five days per week. Flexibility will be required during the opening and training period, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
JB Eatery is being built with a long-term vision. Our goal is to establish a strong first restaurant and grow thoughtfully from there.
For the right person, this position can develop into a larger culinary leadership role, including opportunities to support future openings, train new teams, participate in menu development, and take on greater operational responsibility.
To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction explaining why you are interested in joining an opening restaurant.
51 West 8th Street, Manhattan, 10011, New York

Restaurant • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since July, 2026
JB Eatery is a new 55-seat neighborhood bistro opening in the West Village. Our cooking is rooted in modern French technique with Asian influences—seasonal, ingredient-driven, and focused on thoughtful sourcing, strong execution
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