Sous Chef

Karbach Brewing Co.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,500 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, etc

Life Insurance

Parental Leave and FMLA policies

401(k) Retirement Savings with company

Free Beer

Job summary

Anheuser-Busch's Golden Road Brewing - Atwater location is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, and manage ordering and inventory. You will partner with FOH leaders to ensure quality and timely service in a fast-paced brewpub setting.

Located in Atwater, the venue offers a family-friendly environment with a casual, industrial interior and California outdoor seating. The role emphasizes culinary excellence, teamwork and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• 3-4 years of leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented and calm under pressure.
• Experience with inventory systems and supplier ordering.
• Event/Catering experience (preferred).
• Proficient in kitchen operations, prep systems and safety protocols.
• Must be available nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Lead by example, manage line staff, prep cooks and dish team to maintain performance and morale.
• Training & Development: Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching to ensure consistency, speed and compliance.
• BOH Leadership: Oversee day-to-day BOH operations, ensuring kitchen efficiency, cleanliness and team performance.
• Food Quality & Consistency: Ensure all dishes meet brand standards for quality, presentation and timing.
• Ordering & Inventory: Do weekly inventory counts, place supplier orders and assist inventory management to reduce waste and control food cost.
• Event Execution: Ensure proper execution of all FOH events including placing orders, prepping and maintaining quality standards during private and brand events.
• Sanitation & Safety: Uphold strict adherence to health codes, sanitation practices and safety procedures.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with FOH leadership and management to ensure smooth communication and service execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Safety protocols

Event/catering experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: $70,500 – 80,000, bonus eligible

LOCATION: Golden Road Brewing - Atwater

We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry‑leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Role Summary

As the Sous Chef, you will play a critical leadership role in our kitchen operations. In addition to managing daily operational flow and ensuring food quality and safety, you will be counting inventory and placing orders, executing private events and leading the team through high‑volume service. This is a hands‑on, team‑focused role for someone passionate about hospitality, organization and culinary excellence.

Located in Atwater, our brewpub is a family‑friendly environment with a charming, industrial interior and a dog‑friendly outdoor lawn that is perfect to enjoy the California weather. At Golden Road Brewing, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional food, beer and service in a fun, fast‑paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Lead by example, manage line staff, prep cooks and dish team to maintain performance and morale.
• Training & Development: Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching to ensure consistency, speed and compliance.
• BOH Leadership: Oversee day‑to‑day BOH operations, ensuring kitchen efficiency, cleanliness and team performance.
• Food Quality & Consistency: Ensure all dishes meet brand standards for quality, presentation and timing.
• Ordering & Inventory: Do weekly inventory counts, place supplier orders and assist inventory management to reduce waste and control food cost.
• Event Execution: Ensure proper execution of all FOH events including placing orders, prepping and maintaining quality standards during private and brand events.
• Sanitation & Safety: Uphold strict adherence to health codes, sanitation practices and safety procedures.
• Cross‑Team Collaboration: Work closely with FOH leadership and management to ensure smooth communication and service execution.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• 3‑4 years of leadership experience in a high‑volume kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Organized, detail‑oriented and calm under pressure.
• Experience with inventory systems and supplier ordering.
• Event/Catering experience (preferred).
• Proficient in kitchen operations, prep systems and safety protocols.
• Must be available nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Anheuser‑Busch: At Anheuser‑Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser‑Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great‑tasting, high‑quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax‑Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast‑paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!