Sous Chef - Coral Tree Cafe - NEW Restaurant Relaunch

CORAL TREE CAFE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $70-80K

401K

Medical/Dental/Vision

Free meal per shift

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Alliance Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our upscale casual restaurant team in Los Angeles. You’ll work closely with the Executive Chef and General Manager to support daily kitchen operations, maintain food quality, and ensure execution that meets brand standards.

You’ll lead hands-on culinary prep, train hourly staff, assist with openings and events, and help manage inventory, scheduling, and vendor relationships while upholding safety and sanitation requirements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Sous Chef or comparable culinary leadership experience in an upscale casual restaurant.
• 5+ years of professional cooking experience with strong technical and knife skills.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of daily kitchen operations with the Executive Chef and General Manager.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and execution.
• Hands-on cooking and service; assist with openings and events as needed.
• Follow schedules, par levels, prep lists, order guides, and opening/closing procedures.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and kitchen organization; train and coach hourly staff.
• Support private dining, events, and vendor relationships while upholding safety standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Knife skills

Organizational skills

Team coaching

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM IF. . . YOU ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A fun, vibrant atmosphere where people matter.
• Polished, sleek, high-end space with a casual vibe.
• Work alongside a team of true hospitality professionals and culinary talents.
• A dynamic leadership team that celebrates you for your individuality.
• Supportive team and leadership that cares about your development.

OUR CONCEPT

Alliance Hospitality Group, the team behind Los Angeles' Baltaire, Encanto and Sexy Roman in Scottsdale, is relaunching an iconic concept. This restaurant will house hospitality professionals with an unwavering desire to deliver exceptional service.

What You’ll Do

Support Kitchen Operations

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and General Manager to support all aspects of daily kitchen operations.
• Help ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and execution while maintaining company standards.
• Take a hands-on approach to cooking and service, stepping in wherever needed to support the team and successful execution.
• Follow and reinforce kitchen schedules, par levels, prep lists, order guides, and opening and closing procedures.
• Assist with weekly inventory, ordering, receiving, repairs and maintenance, and overall kitchen organization.
• Participate in pre-shift food education and ongoing training for both front- and back-of-house teams.
• Utilize POS systems and standard computer applications to support kitchen operations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors while supporting the needs and expectations of restaurant leadership.

Develop & Support the Team

• Help train, coach, and develop hourly culinary team members to consistently perform at a high level.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of kitchen team members.
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture built around teamwork, accountability, creativity, and excellence.
• Bring new ideas and creativity to the kitchen while supporting the culinary vision of the Executive Chef.
• Support private dining, events, and restaurant openings as needed.

Maintain Standards & Safety

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, organization, and quality.
• Follow company safety programs and participate in required health and safety inspections.
• Ensure proper ordering, receiving, storage, labeling, rotation, and shelf-life practices.
• Maintain compliance with applicable California labor, hiring, health, and safety requirements.
• Support responsible and local sourcing while fostering an inclusive, collaborative kitchen culture.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of Sous Chef or comparable culinary leadership experience in an upscale casual restaurant.
• 5+ years of professional cooking experience with strong technical and knife skills.
• ServSafe certification.
• Strong culinary knowledge with a passion for quality, consistency, and creative execution.
• Experience with restaurant openings and private dining or banquet events is preferred.
• Culinary school education and multilingual skills are welcomed but not required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• A hands‑on, team‑oriented leadership style with the ability to coach and develop others.
• Ability to remain on your feet and active for extended periods while meeting the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

We Offer:

• $70 -$80K Annual Salary
• 401K Retirement Savings
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Free meal per shift
• Growth & Development opportunities

*Compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and the approved budget for the position.

OUR MISSION

To build relationships within our community by serving them with passion in a hospitable environment while providing food that is honest, consistent and fresh.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE

You would be joining a team of true restaurant hospitality professionals who are driven by quality, consistency and integrity with everything we do. We provide a positive, professional environment and constantly drive towards excellence. We value each individual team member and take a personalized approach to their growth. These same philosophies are carried through with our guests, vendors and everyone who we interact with. Alliance Hospitality Group is a growing company, and we are looking for team members to grow with us.