Sous Chef

Eddie V's Prime Seafood; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) matching program

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Discount program for merchants

Job summary

Eddie V's Prime Seafood in El Segundo, California, is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading a talented culinary team. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food, adhering to sanitation protocols, and driving profitability through exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has a strong passion for culinary excellence and a proven track record in high-volume upscale dining. Benefits include medical plans, vacation days, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and wine knowledge.
• Stable job history with upward career progression.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading a culinary team.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation procedures are met.
• Manage quality in all aspects of culinary execution.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Wine knowledge

Team development

Job description

$65,000 - $75,000 per year

The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures and profitability. The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job.

Job Requirements

• Proven success as an Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume upscale restaurant or high-end resort restaurant
• Strong passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge and service
• Proven ability to develop team
• Knowledge of systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution
• Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression

Benefits

• Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacation and up to 5 flex days in your first year
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)

Retirement and Stock Benefits

• Company 401(k) with a match up to 120% on the first 6% of salary
• Darden Employee Stock Purchase program
• Discount program for 1,000 merchants