Sous Chef Job at Atomix, New York, NY

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  • Atomix
  • New York, NY

Job Description

About Atomix:
Atomix is a two-Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant that embodies the vision of Chef Junghyun and Ellia Park, blending traditional Korean techniques with Western culinary methods, world-class ingredients, and exceptional service. Since its opening in 2018, Atomix has garnered numerous accolades, including a James Beard nomination for “Best New Restaurant,” 3-stars from The New York Times, and rankings on San Pellegrino’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, where it currently stands at 8th as of 2025. Chef Park was also named the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef in NY in 2023.  Most recently, Atomix was honored as the No. 1 restaurant in North America.

Position Overview: 


We are looking for a passionate and dedicated  Sous Chef with a strong work ethic and an endless curiosity to learn and grow with our restaurant. This person will assist in teaching, modeling, and upholding the highest standards of preparation, time management, food production, service execution, restaurant organization, and grace under pressure. Our ideal candidate is someone who can lead with compassion and empathy while balancing the operational demands of the position.



Sous Chef responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Leading the culinary team, before, during and after service - making sure that the team is prepared and ready before, focused and performing during, and constructively looking for opportunities for improvement afterwards.
  • Coaching and mentoring team members and cultivating an environment of development and continued education of our staff.
  • Effectively communicating and providing direction to the team, prioritizing tasks and managing demands, so that all daily tasks are completed in a timely and seamless manner.
  • Making sure that all stations are set up and prepared for a successful service.
  • Overseeing quality and consistency in all food production and execution.
  • Assisting in ordering and inventory management in accordance with par systems, as well as reviewing products on a daily basis to ensure quality is consistent with kitchen standards. 
  • Assisting in the management of back of house team members, including: recruiting, hiring, scheduling, training new hires, and reviewing.
  • Assisting in the creation and implementation of systems and procedures for maintenance and operational efficiency.
  • Ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld by enforcing high sanitation standards.
  • Meeting with and coordinating with both front and back of house managers in order to be aligned to the overall goals and objectives of the restaurant and having a working knowledge of the financial demands of the operation.

 

Qualified Sous Chefs must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:

  • At least 2 years of fine dining service experience (preferably in a Sous Chef role)
  • Passion for creating an incredibly memorable guest experience through cooking
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment effectively without losing focus on priorities and while maintaining a high level of quality. 
  • Must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of (and desire to continue learning) all aspects of cooking, including sourcing of ingredients, methods of preparation, cooking techniques, etc.
  • NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certification and a strong understanding, compliance, and enforcement of all best practices and procedures to maintain excellent restaurant hygiene conditions. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workplace
  • Knowledge and/or experience with Korean cuisine is a plus but not required


Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs if necessary
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
  • Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant


Benefits offered:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance after 90 days
  • Biannual Bonus based on performance
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • Quarterly R & D stipend
  • ATO Scholarship: a chance to win $1,500 to apply towards the cost of any educational endeavor
  • Employee Recognition Awards
  • Employee Discounts 
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, NYC-mandated Sick Leave
  • 401k
  • On site Educational Classes

Atomix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status. 

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Shift work,

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