Executive Sous Chef — VIP Dining & Multi‑Outlet Leadership

SpaceXAI; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical, Vision, and Dental

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

SpaceXAI is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee multiple kitchen outlets, focusing on high-end experiences for guests and VIPs. You will work with the executive chef to design concepts, ensure consistency, and drive excellence across all outlets in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead teams, manage hiring and training, plan costs per head, and uphold safety standards. The role requires a culinary degree or substantial multi-outlet experience, strong leadership, and exceptional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience; or 6+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a multi-outlet operation facility.
• Kitchen and/or dining area renovation/construction experience.
• Ability to carry large heavy items up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• ServSafe or equivalent manager-level food handler certification.
• Able to stand for long periods (up to 8 hours) and lift/bend as required.
• Willing to work all shifts, including extended hours and weekends.
• Participation in internal leadership and development training.

Responsibilities

• Follow, set, and enforce standards of operation in multiple kitchen outlets environments.
• Support executive chef and/or sous chef with operation, team development, and department oversight.
• Enforce food safety and workplace safety across all outlets.
• Train staff on planning materials, safety protocols, and health guidelines.
• Oversee hiring and disciplinary decisions with focus on wellbeing.
• Coordinate openings of new outlets, emphasizing VIP experiences.
• Maintain operations of new outlets in regular day-to-day activities.
• Plan and meet cost per head targets set by the executive chef.
• Support hiring, development, retention and overall team management for all staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Training

Operational excellence

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

SpaceXAI is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee multiple kitchen outlets, focusing on high-end experiences for guests and VIPs. You will work with the executive chef to design concepts, ensure consistency, and drive excellence across all outlets in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead teams, manage hiring and training, plan costs per head, and uphold safety standards. The role requires a culinary degree or substantial multi-outlet experience, strong leadership, and exceptional