Sous Chef

Redtail Catering; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Redtail Catering in San Marcos, CA is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to join our passionate kitchen team. This hands-on role supports the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of professional kitchen experience, strong culinary techniques, leadership abilities, and a collaborative, detail‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional kitchen experience.
• Strong culinary techniques and food preparation knowledge.
• Leadership skills to guide and inspire kitchen staff.
• Collaborative, adaptable attitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head Chef in planning and preparing menus.
• Overseeing food preparation to ensure quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff to maintain a smooth workflow.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Managing inventory and coordinating with suppliers for fresh ingredients.
• Collaborating with the team to create innovative dishes for clients.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team as a Sous Chef at Redtail Catering!

Are you passionate about creating memorable dining experiences through exceptional food? At Redtail Catering, located in beautiful San Marcos, CA, we specialize in delivering high-quality catering services for events of all sizes. We’re looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our team and help us craft delicious dishes that leave a lasting impression.

What You’ll Do as Our Sous Chef

As a Sous Chef at Redtail Catering, you’ll play a vital role in our kitchen operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Head Chef in planning and preparing menus.
• Overseeing food preparation to ensure quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff to maintain a smooth workflow.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Managing inventory and coordinating with suppliers for fresh ingredients.
• Collaborating with the team to create innovative dishes for our clients.

This is a hands-on role where your creativity and leadership will shine as you contribute to our reputation for excellence.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• A strong understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation.
• Leadership skills to guide and inspire the kitchen team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• A collaborative and adaptable attitude to meet the needs of our clients.

If you’re a team player who loves the fast-paced energy of the kitchen, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Redtail Catering?

At Redtail Catering, we pride ourselves on our dedication to quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction. We’re a close-knit team that values collaboration and mutual respect. Joining us means being part of a company that’s passionate about food and the joy it brings to people’s lives.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Take the next step in your culinary career by applying today. Let’s create something extraordinary together at Redtail Catering!

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