Senior Sous Chef — Lead Fine-Dining Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Paycom - ATS; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Lifestyle Spending Account

401k with employer match after 12 mo (

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Specialty Restaurants Corporation's Sous Chef role oversees kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food, presentation, and hygiene. Working with the Executive Chef, you will develop menu items, supervise staff, manage inventory, and control costs.

The position requires leadership, culinary expertise, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume, fine-dining environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Deep knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, and plating.
• Develop and execute menu items aligned with restaurant standards and customer preferences.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
• Monitor inventory and rotate stock to minimize waste; manage food costs and labor budgets.
• Ensure all dishes meet highest quality and presentation standards.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and report issues as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Creativity

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Specialty Restaurants Corporation's Sous Chef role oversees kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food, presentation, and hygiene. Working with the Executive Chef, you will develop menu items, supervise staff, manage inventory, and control costs.

The position requires leadership, culinary expertise, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.