Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader - Sous Chef

L’Ermitage Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

L’Ermitage Beverly Hills is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all culinary operations within the restaurant, ensuring top-tier quality, creativity, and consistency. You will mentor a skilled team, manage daily kitchen activities, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef to curate an elegant, dynamic menu.

The role demands strong leadership, a refined palate, and a commitment to excellence in a Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond setting.

Qualifications

2+ years of professional kitchen leadership in a full-service restaurant.
Strong culinary knowledge and advanced knife skills.
Bilingual English/Spanish is highly desirable.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to prioritize, delegate, and work under pressure while maintaining hospitality.

Responsibilities

Manage kitchen staff including hiring, training, reviews, coaching, and scheduling.
Create cost-efficient schedules aligned with forecast and budget.
Oversee onboarding and training; enforce standards and policies.
Lead daily shift briefings and communicate standards to staff.
Conduct performance reviews and act as lead kitchen manager when needed.
Train staff on food prep, sanitation, and presentation.
Coordinate inventory, orders, and vendor relationships to control costs.
Ensure knowledge of all menu items and daily specials.
Maintain safety, sanitation, and compliance with policies.
Liaise with outlet managers about guest feedback.