Sous Chef – Mediterranean Italian Scratch

An established, ingredient-driven Mediterranean & Italian restaurant is looking for a Sous Chef to join its culinary leadership team. The menu focuses on fresh seafood, handcrafted pastas, and simply prepared grilled meats, rooted in seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

This is a hands-on role for a Sous Chef who enjoys being on the line, leading by example, and supporting the team day to day. Mediterranean or Italian experience and fresh pasta-making skills are a big plus.

 Paid holidays!

Sous Chef Responsibilities:

  • Lead, mentor and coach the team
  • Ensure all food meets the highest standards of quality and consistency
  • Support Executive Chef wherever possible
  • Maintain proper ordering, inventory and scheduling
  • Ensure best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen

Sous Chef Preferred Requirements:

  • 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager
  • Previous experience in all scratch Italian cuisine including in-house pasta making a plus
  • Ability to execute high-quality dishes consistently in high-volume kitchen
  • Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
  • Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation / Benefits:

  • $75k-$85k base salary
  • Quarterly bonus potential
  • Medical benefits
  • 401k
  • 10 days PTO + paid holidays

Location Thousand Oaks, CA

Sector BOH

Work type Permanent

Reference JOB-4411

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