SOUS CHEF

A Hiring Company; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Sous Chef at a renowned dining destination in Santa Monica. This exciting role involves managing kitchen operations, leading a passionate team, and ensuring exceptional food quality. With a focus on bold flavors and a stunning atmosphere, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment that values excellence and creativity. Enjoy competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic workplace. Bring your culinary expertise and passion to create extraordinary dining experiences.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Opportunities for Growth & Career Advancement

Employee Perks & Dining Discounts

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and inspire a team.
• Proficiency in kitchen technology and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all back-of-house operations for a seamless kitchen.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to foster teamwork and professionalism.
• Ensure the highest food quality, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

culinary management

leadership

kitchen operations

food safety

recipe execution

inventory management

POS systems

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

kitchen technology

Job description

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Now Hiring: Sous Chef at Èlephante – Santa Monica

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a passionate and skilled culinary leader ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen? Èlephante, one of Santa Monica's most sought-after dining destinations, is looking for a Sous Chef to join our team.

Why Work With Us?

At Èlephante, we deliver an exceptional dining experience through bold flavors, high-energy service, and a stunning coastal-inspired atmosphere. As Sous Chef, you'll play a critical role in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, service, and execution.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee and manage all back-of-house operations, maintaining a seamless and efficient kitchen.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism.
• Ensure the highest food quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and administrative kitchen tasks.
• Collaborate on menu development, specials, and recipe execution.
• Uphold an energetic, positive, and fast-paced work environment.

What We're Looking For:

• 2-3 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and inspire a team.
• Expertise in kitchen operations, food safety, and recipe execution.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Proficiency in kitchen technology, POS systems, and inventory management.
• Must be able to stand, lift, and bend for extended periods.
• Ability to bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Role includes repetitive motion and exposure to hot kitchen elements and cleaning materials.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 + Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• Opportunities for Growth & Career Advancement
• Employee Perks & Dining Discounts

If you're ready to bring your expertise and passion to Èlephante, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

Compensation details: 70000-75000 Yearly Salary

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Business Content

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