Luxury Sous Chef – Team Lead, Menu Prep, Flexible Hours

The h.wood Group; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible time off

Job summary

The h.wood Group, based in Los Angeles, seeks an energetic kitchen leader to manage daily operations, oversee staff, and assist with menu preparation to ensure top quality and freshness. You will help monitor order flow, stock levels, and staff training in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in fine dining with leadership experience, strong communication, and a Safe Food Handling Certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary training or an associate degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of cooking experience in fine dining; leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication with managers, staff, and guests.
• Safe Food Handling Certification required.
• Ability to stand, bend, and work long hours in hot kitchen conditions.
• Proficiency with food ordering, inventory, and cost control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and manage daily activities.
• Guide junior kitchen staff in line cooking, prep, and plating.
• Oversee kitchen stock, ingredients, and FIFO system.
• Maintain orderly stations and ensure freshness and consistency.
• Hire and train kitchen staff to standards.
• Manage food ordering, record-keeping, and waste reduction.
• Coordinate with Restaurant Director on budget, scheduling, and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Communication

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

The h.wood Group, based in Los Angeles, seeks an energetic kitchen leader to manage daily operations, oversee staff, and assist with menu preparation to ensure top quality and freshness. You will help monitor order flow, stock levels, and staff training in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in fine dining with leadership experience, strong communication, and a Safe Food Handling Certification.