Museum Kitchen Sous Chef — Lead Menu Innovation & Team

Compass Group USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Fanny's Restaurant & Cafe, located inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations with passion for innovation and seasonality.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will contribute to menu execution, staff development, inventory management, and operational excellence while cultivating a respectful, inclusive kitchen culture for museum guests and events.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams in fast-paced kitchens.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Strong menu development and seasonal planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, preparation, and execution of high-quality menu offerings across restaurant and event operations.
• Coordinate and actively participate in food production while maintaining exceptional standards for taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Partner with culinary leadership on menu development, seasonal offerings, and unique dining experiences.
• Support the implementation of new menu items, culinary initiatives, and guest-focused programs.
• Assist with inventory management, purchasing, ordering, and food cost control efforts.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Coach, train, and support culinary team members through hands-on leadership and mentorship.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Support scheduling, production planning, and efficient kitchen operations.
• Contribute to a culture of culinary excellence, hospitality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost controls

Education

Culinary degree or formal culinary training

Tools

Excel

POS systems

Job description

Fanny's Restaurant & Cafe, located inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations with passion for innovation and seasonality.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will contribute to menu execution, staff development, inventory management, and operational excellence while cultivating a respectful, inclusive kitchen culture for museum guests and events.