Bilingual Sous Chef — Lead High-Volume Kitchen Growth

Moncada Group; Monterey (CA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

2 weeks paid vacation

50% employee meal discount

Shift meals and drinks provided

Growth opportunities at Lalla Grill or

Résumé du poste

Lalla Grill is a bustling, high-volume restaurant in Monterey seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and run a fast-paced kitchen. You will lead prep, service, and ensure quality and consistency from prep to plate, mentoring a team and upholding food safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in kitchen roles, strong leadership, fluent Spanish, and the ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple tasks. Full-time with long shifts and weekend work guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Prior experience as a cook or sous chef in a high-volume restaurant
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal culinary training is preferred.
• Must be fluent in Spanish; English proficiency preferred.
• Excellent cooking, time management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Food Manager Certification must be completed shortly after hiring.

Responsabilités

• Culinary & Kitchen Operations.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to lead kitchen operations.
• Direct and assist with food prep and execution during service.
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Learn and step into any kitchen station as needed.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are consistently followed.
• Keep stations clean and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff during service.
• Communicate clearly with FOH on orders, dietary needs, and timing.
• Coordinate with managers for large parties, takeout, and catering orders.
• Help train and mentor new cooks on techniques, recipes, and procedures.
• Support a respectful and team-oriented kitchen culture.
• Assist with ordering from Sysco and other vendors.
• Manage inventory and minimize food waste.
• Receive deliveries and communicate with delivery drivers.
• Stay calm under pressure and help the team stay focused during peak times.
• Offer creative ideas and improvements for kitchen operations.
• Lead by example in maintaining high kitchen standards.

Connaissances

5+ years kitchen experience

High-volume restaurant

Fluent in Spanish

Cooking skills

Time management

Leadership

Pressure handling

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training (preferred)

Description du poste

Lalla Grill is a bustling, high-volume restaurant in Monterey seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and run a fast-paced kitchen. You will lead prep, service, and ensure quality and consistency from prep to plate, mentoring a team and upholding food safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in kitchen roles, strong leadership, fluent Spanish, and the ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple tasks. Full-time with long shifts and weekend work guaranteed.