Sous Chef (Non-Exempt)

Tartine Bakery; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HMO)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Dining discounts

Career development

Job summary

Tartine Bakery Encino is hiring a hands-on Sous Chef to join the opening culinary team and set the standard for exceptional food, hospitality, and operational excellence. This full-time role reports to kitchen leadership and focuses on daily operations, training staff, maintaining Tartine’s quality standards, and delivering an outstanding guest experience from day one.

Candidates should have at least five years in professional kitchens, strong leadership, and proven ability to thrive in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years professional kitchen experience with supervisory duties.
• Strong cooking fundamentals, kitchen operations knowledge, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items with consistent quality, flavor, timing, and presentation.
• Lead by example on the line while coaching, training, and supporting kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient kitchen.
• Partner with leadership on menu execution, product quality, workflow improvements, and team development.
• Ensure all food-safety, sanitation, health-department, and company standards are consistently followed.
• Help create a positive, collaborative workplace where culinary craftsmanship and hospitality come first.

Skills

5+ years kitchen experience

Leadership experience

Food quality and presentation

Calm under busy service

Job description

Tartine Bakery Encino Opening Late Q4 2026 — Now Hiring a Sous Chef!

Location: Tartine Bakery - Encino, CA

Opening: Late Q4 - Dec 2026

Pay: $30.77 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Weekend availability is required, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Tartine Bakery is growing again, and we are excited to bring our celebrated bakery and café experience to Encino. As we expand our Los Angeles presence, we are looking for an experienced, hands‑on Sous Chef to join the opening culinary team and help set the standard for exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality, and operational excellence.

This is an opportunity to build something new with a respected, growth‑minded hospitality brand. The Sous Chef will work closely with the kitchen leadership team to support daily operations, develop and guide team members, uphold Tartine’s quality standards, and deliver an outstanding guest experience from day one.

Be part of the opening team at Tartine Bakery Encino and help bring a beloved culinary brand to a new Los Angeles community.

Please note: All applicants must submit an updated résumé that reflects their current employment work history.

What You’ll Do

• Support and lead daily kitchen operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items with consistent attention to quality, flavor, timing, and presentation.
• Lead by example on the line while coaching, training, and supporting kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient kitchen.
• Partner with leadership on menu execution, product quality, workflow improvements, and team development.
• Ensure all food‑safety, sanitation, health‑department, and company standards are consistently followed.
• Help create a positive, collaborative workplace where culinary craftsmanship and hospitality come first.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years of professional kitchen experience, including prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong cooking fundamentals, kitchen operations knowledge, and a sharp eye for detail.
• A confident, respectful communicator who can motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to remain organized, calm, and solution‑oriented during busy service periods.
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, consistency, and guest experience.
• Flexible availability, including required weekend shifts.
• Bilingual Spanish is helpful
• Experience with New Restaurant Openings

Full-Time Benefit

Employees working 25 or more hours per week may be eligible for:

• 100% company‑paid medical (HMO), dental, and vision insurance (Free, Free, Free)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching 3%
• Paid time off
• Dining discounts
• Career development and growth opportunities as Tartine continues to expand

Timekeeping and Scheduling

Team members are expected to accurately clock in and out for every shift, record required meal and rest periods, and promptly report missed punches or time‑keeping concerns to management. Employees should review posted schedules, obtain approval before changing shifts or working additional hours, and submit paid or unpaid time‑off requests through the company’s HR/payroll system.

All work performed, including approved off‑site work such as emails, must be accurately recorded using the appropriate time‑clock correction process.

Tartine Bakery is an equal opportunity employer.