Executive Sous Chef: High-Volume Hawaii/Japanese Kitchen

Wish You Were Here Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wish You Were Here Group in Venice Beach, LA, is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team at Belles Beach House, a vibrant high‑volume concept renowned for Hawaiian‑Japanese inspired cuisine.

Working with the Executive Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, drive menu development, ensure recipe accuracy, control costs, and maintain the highest standards of food safety and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience with leadership roles in high-volume settings.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, Asian-inspired techniques, and Hawaiian flavors.
• Proven ability to lead large culinary teams and maintain consistency under peak service.
• Solid understanding of food costs, inventory, scheduling, and kitchen financials.
• Hands-on leadership style with a passion for training and mentoring culinary talent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation, and execution in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Lead, train, and develop the culinary team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and accountable kitchen culture.
• Work alongside the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal specials, and innovative Hawaiian-Japanese dishes.
• Maintain recipe consistency, portion control, and exceptional standards across all kitchen stations.
• Manage kitchen scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and food and labor costs.
• Ensure efficient execution of dine-in service, takeout, delivery, and special events.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

High-volume kitchens

Japanese & Hawaiian cuisine

Job description

Wish You Were Here Group in Venice Beach, LA, is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team at Belles Beach House, a vibrant high‑volume concept renowned for Hawaiian‑Japanese inspired cuisine.

Working with the Executive Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, drive menu development, ensure recipe accuracy, control costs, and maintain the highest standards of food safety and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.