Restaurant Sous Chef

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

Other Forms of Compensation:Comprehensive Benefit Package

Job Summary

At Fanny's Restaurant & Cafe, exceptional food and warm hospitality come together to create memorable guest experiences. Located inside the acclaimed Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Fanny's is a vibrant dining destination that celebrates California-inspired cuisine, creativity, culture, and community.

We are seeking a passionate Sous Chef who enjoys working in a collaborative, high-energy kitchen environment and is excited to contribute to a culinary program focused on innovation, seasonality, and excellence. This is an opportunity to work alongside a talented culinary team, support day-to-day kitchen operations, and help create outstanding dining experiences for museum visitors, special events, and the Los Angeles community.

As a Sous Chef, you will partner closely with the Executive Chef to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction. You will contribute to menu execution, team development, inventory management, and operational excellence while helping foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive kitchen culture.

This role is ideal for a culinary professional who enjoys mentoring others, values craftsmanship, and thrives in an environment where hospitality, teamwork, and creativity are at the center of everything we do.

Key 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.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in culinary operations, including leadership, supervisory, or team development responsibilities.
• Background in restaurants, hospitality, catering, hotels, fine dining, corporate dining, healthcare, education, or related foodservice environments.
• Passion for exceptional food, ingredient quality, and memorable guest experiences.
• Knowledge of food production methods, menu execution, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.
• Experience supporting inventory management, purchasing, and food cost controls.
• Ability to lead by example while helping team members grow and succeed.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• ServSafe Certification or Department of Health certification is preferred.
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training is preferred.

Why Join Fanny's Restaurant & Cafe

• Work in a unique culinary destination inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
• Collaborate with a talented team committed to hospitality and culinary excellence.
• Contribute to innovative menus inspired by California's diverse culinary landscape.
• Grow your leadership skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Help create memorable experiences for guests, museum visitors, and special event attendees.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.