One of the most popular and highly acclaimed Chefs in Los Angeles is looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join the team! This chef-owned restaurant, which is James Beard and Michelin recognized, features California cuisine rooted in French techniques, executed with the highest standards and exceptional ingredients.
This is a high-volume, fast-paced operation with a refined yet accessible service style, offering the opportunity for a hands-on leader to contribute creatively to menu development while mentoring and developing a strong culinary team and maintaining consistency across the board!
Executive Sous Chef Responsibilities:
• Partner closely with culinary leadership on menu development, execution, and recipe costing
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, flavor, and presentation across all services
• Detail-driven with high standards for cleanliness, organization, and execution
• Lead, train, and develop the culinary team, setting a positive and accountable kitchen culture
• Maintaining proper ordering and inventory
• Ensuring best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen
• Stay engaged with current industry trends and techniques, bringing thoughtful ideas to the table
Executive Sous Chef Preferred Requirements:
• 3+ years of experience in a similar position (Senior Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, CDC)
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, high-pressure environment
• Creative, innovative thinking
• Detail-driven with high standards for cleanliness, organization, and execution
• Solid knowledge of inventory management, food cost, and operational controls
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays
Benefits Include:
• Base salary in the $85-110k range DOE
• PTO plan
• Great medical benefits