Craft Brewery Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Training

805 Beer; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off

Employee discount on food/beer

Beer giveaways

Job summary

Stone Brewing in Liberty Station, San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a full-time role. The candidate will ensure recipes are followed, supervise staff, and uphold food safety standards while managing labor and maintaining equipment cleanliness.

Qualified applicants have 3+ years in various kitchen positions, 6 months in a similar role, and relevant certifications. Must be 21+ to work with alcohol. Great benefits and competitive pay offered.

Qualifications

• High Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of experience in various kitchen positions (food prep, line cook, fry cook, pizza station) preferred.
• 6 months of similar experience to a Sous Chef.
• Manager Food Handler’s and RBS Certification required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to handle alcoholic beverages (beer).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all food and products are prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, cooking, and presentation standards.
• Enforce company and department policies, including safety and sanitation procedures.
• Train and onboard kitchen staff on recipes, techniques, and food safety.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and cleanliness.
• Assist in scheduling labor and managing labor costs.
• Coaching and performance feedback for staff.
• Maintain cleaning schedules for kitchen areas and equipment.
• Monitor food holding and refrigeration temperatures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual

Math skills

Education

High Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Stone Brewing in Liberty Station, San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a full-time role. The candidate will ensure recipes are followed, supervise staff, and uphold food safety standards while managing labor and maintaining equipment cleanliness.

Qualified applicants have 3+ years in various kitchen positions, 6 months in a similar role, and relevant certifications. Must be 21+ to work with alcohol. Great benefits and competitive pay offered.