Sous Chef

TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet is part of White Elephant Resorts and proudly belongs to the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection — a global association of individually owned and operated luxury hotels and restaurants known for exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence.

Located on Nantucket’s northeastern shore, The Wauwinet is one of the island’s most acclaimed luxury hotels, offering refined New England cuisine in a stunning waterfront setting. TOPPER’S is consistently recognized for its award-winning dining experience and commitment to excellence.

We are seeking a full-time, year-round Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. The ideal candidate will have strong fine-dining experience and the ability to thrive in a high-caliber, high-volume Relais & Châteaux environment.

*This position is a year-round position for benefits purposes working 10 months of the year March 1st – December 31st.

*Housing available

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations

• Oversee prep, production, and service execution

• Lead, train, and supervise cooks and stewards

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and compliance with state health and sanitation regulations

• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all menu items

• Assist with seasonal menu development and recipe testing

• Manage inventory, receiving, and product rotation

• Uphold food and labor cost targets

• Work the line during service and support all stations

• Support our sister restaurant, Brant Point Grill, as needed as the TOPPER'S season closes out

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar position in fine dining or luxury hospitality

• Strong culinary technique and station proficiency

• Valid food handling certification

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and stand for extended periods

White Elephant Resorts is a premier employer with spectacular benefits and compensation, including a competitive salary and bonus package; health, vision and dental; paid vacation; vested 401(K) plan; life insurance; long term care; health club reimbursement; dining/retail/hotel discounts and much more. 

Rated 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!