Sous Chef

COREcruitment Ltd; Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Potential bonus incentives

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality firm is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a high-end resort culinary team in Carmel, CA. This role demands a hands-on leader skilled in kitchen operations and committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will oversee daily operations, lead and train kitchen staff, and ensure high standards in food preparation. Culinary training or equivalent experience is required. Join us to create memorable dining experiences in a luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and culinary techniques.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in high-volume or luxury hospitality environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high standards.
• Supervise food preparation, presentation, and consistency across all outlets.

Skills

Kitchen operations knowledge

Leadership skills

Team management

Multitasking

Guest satisfaction focus

Education

Culinary training or equivalent experience

Job description

Package: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and career development opportunities

Compensation: Base salary + potential bonus incentives (subject to experience)

We are hiring on behalf of a prestigious hospitality client seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to join a high-end resort culinary team in Carmel, CA.

This role is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, luxury environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high standards
• Supervise food preparation, presentation, and consistency across all outlets
• Assist in menu development and implementation of seasonal offerings
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and performance of culinary staff
• Monitor food cost, inventory, and ordering processes
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
• Coordinate and execute special events and functions

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and culinary techniques
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Experience in high-volume or luxury hospitality environments preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Passion for quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction
• Culinary training or equivalent hands‑on experience