Lead Kitchen Sous Chef - High-Volume & Creative Menus

Cohn Restaurant Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Corvette Diner in San Diego seeks a Sous Chef to lead the Heart of House, supervise kitchen staff, and fill in for the Executive Chef as needed.

You will direct food preparation, ensure safety standards, train hourly personnel, and assist with menu development, ordering, and line checks, delivering consistent, high‑quality service in a fast-paced setting. Strong communication, discipline, and problem-solving are essential to maintain daily productivity and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-years full service, high volume restaurant experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HOH staff and delegate tasks; cover Executive Chef when needed.
• Direct daily production and maintain consistency across stations.
• Enforce food safety guidelines and health regulations.
• Schedule and supervise training; provide coaching and evaluations.
• Collaborate on menu development, ordering, and inventory.
• Maintain facility upkeep and safety standards.

Skills

3+ years of high-volume restaurant exp

Leadership and staff coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree (AA/BA) a plus

ServSafe Certification

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Corvette Diner in San Diego seeks a Sous Chef to lead the Heart of House, supervise kitchen staff, and fill in for the Executive Chef as needed.

You will direct food preparation, ensure safety standards, train hourly personnel, and assist with menu development, ordering, and line checks, delivering consistent, high‑quality service in a fast-paced setting. Strong communication, discipline, and problem-solving are essential to maintain daily productivity and guest satisfaction.