Sous Chef

Cosm; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Sous Chef responsible for daily kitchen operations, managing costs, and overseeing team performance. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of high-volume kitchen experience and at least 2 years in management. This position requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively. The role demands knowledge of health and safety standards, along with a flexible schedule for weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of high-volume kitchen experience.
• 2+ years in kitchen management.
• Must possess applicable state/local licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and food costs.
• Ensure consistent quality and appearance of recipes.
• Schedule team members and approve vacation requests.
• Track inventory and manage labor in the system.
• Oversee hiring, training, and performance reviews.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Culinary school graduate or related training

Job description

Cosm is a global technology company that brings experiences to life in immersive environments. We help our partners create spaces and content that blur the lines of real and virtual across three primary markets: Sports and Entertainment, Science and Education, and Parks and Attractions. Cosm was born from the fusion of some of the greatest innovators in the history of technology. Evans & Sutherland, Spitz, Inc., and Cosm Immersive combined forces to power the immersive experiences of the future as Cosm. Innovation is in our DNA.

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Summary

The Sous Chef will be responsible for the overall daily operation of the Kitchen, as well as responsible for the food and food-related costs, procedures, quality, and all back‑of‑house labor percentage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all recipes are consistent in quality, appearance and production timeframes are adhered to for all items produced.
• Ensuring opening and closing procedures for kitchen staff are completed.
• Schedules team members within budgeted labor cost; approves vacation requests ensuring that staffing levels are still met.
• Track and manage the inventory, preparing and ordering all items for kitchen.
• Manage the labor daily in the labor management system.
• Oversee the team member hiring, training, and continued development.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and condition.
• Address team member and guest concerns and provide support in escalating situations.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for the kitchen line team members.
• Monitors all kitchen areas to ensure that all Health and Safety guidelines are in place and being followed and ensure OSHA codes and policies are followed at all times.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, procedures and Cosm standards.
• Open and flexible schedule with the availability to work weekends and holidays as necessary.

Qualifications

• Culinary school graduate or related training required.
• Must possess applicable state/local licenses and certifications.
• 3+ years of high‑volume kitchen experience.
• 2+ years in kitchen management.
• Must be able to lift, stand, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate the team.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask.

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the general duties of the role but is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs at any time, with or without notice, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment. This requirement is in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws. Cosm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.