Lead Sous Chef — High-Volume Kitchen & Team Training

Catalina Island Company; Avalon (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Job summary

The Catalina Island Company is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead daily kitchen operations on Catalina Island. You will oversee food quality, supervise staff, manage inventory, and ensure safety and guest satisfaction across all venues.

Responsibilities include training, menu execution for restaurants and banquets, controlling labor, and collaborating with front-of-house to ensure seamless service. Housing is available for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional culinary experience in hospitality.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Health department certifications required.
• California Food Handler Certification upon hire.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, weekends and holidays.
• Must read/write English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef Leadership in managing daily kitchen operations.
• Train and motivate culinary team members.
• Ensure consistent high-quality dishes.
• Oversee food safety and sanitation standards.
• Control labor and operating expenses via scheduling and purchasing.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.
• Lead by example in professionalism and teamwork.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

Food safety

Quality control

Menu development

Education

High school diploma

Culinary apprenticeship/education

Job description

The Catalina Island Company is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead daily kitchen operations on Catalina Island. You will oversee food quality, supervise staff, manage inventory, and ensure safety and guest satisfaction across all venues.

Responsibilities include training, menu execution for restaurants and banquets, controlling labor, and collaborating with front-of-house to ensure seamless service. Housing is available for eligible employees.