Sous Chef | Polished Casual Restaurant

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions' Los Angeles restaurant is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to drive daily kitchen execution and shape culinary standards in a high-volume, polished casual concept.

Lead a talented team, develop kitchen talent, partner with leadership on menu execution, seasonal updates, and kitchen strategy while upholding food safety and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary experience with documented kitchen leadership.
• Strong ability to train, coach, and retain kitchen staff.
• Commitment to high-volume service and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across prep, line, and finishing stations during service.
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards across high-volume output.
• Train, mentor, and manage kitchen staff to maximize performance and retention.
• Partner with leadership on menu execution, seasonal updates, and kitchen strategy.
• Champion food safety, sanitation protocols, and operational efficiency every single shift.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Food safety

Job description

Lead the Kitchen at a High-Volume Polished Casual Concept

Ready to elevate your career and own the heart of a bustling kitchen?

A thriving Los Angeles restaurant is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to drive daily kitchen execution and shape culinary standards. You'll lead a talented team in a dynamic, high-volume environment that demands precision, creativity, and service excellence. This role puts you front and center to impact food quality, develop kitchen talent, and advance your leadership.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $74,000 to $79,000 annually, plus performance bonus potential
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your team
• 401(k) plan and generous Paid Time Off to recharge between services
• Real opportunity to grow your leadership skills in a fast-paced environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, culinary excellence, and kitchen integrity

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily operations across prep, line, and finishing stations during service
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards across high-volume output
• Train, mentor, and manage kitchen staff to maximize performance and retention
• Partner with leadership on menu execution, seasonal updates, and kitchen strategy
• Champion food safety, sanitation protocols, and operational efficiency every single shift

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years culinary experience including documented kitchen leadership responsibility
• Proven ability to manage kitchen teams and maintain consistent food standards
• Strong command of classical and contemporary cooking techniques and flavor profiles
• Excellent communication and coaching skills with genuine commitment to staff development
• Reliability, work ethic, and authentic passion for hospitality and restaurant culture