Sous Chef

Bay Area Chef (CA.) recognized by both the James Beard Foundation and the Michelin Guide is seeking like-minded fools for a dynamic Culinary leadership position for an upcoming, new and celebrated Restaurant opening.

MUST HAVE MICHELIN, OR THE EQUIVALENT FINE-DINING EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sous Chef plays a critical role in leading daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of execution, organization, and teamwork. This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing kitchen efficiency, team mentorship, and quality control. The Sous Chef works closely with the Chef de Cuisine to oversee service, maintain consistency, and uphold Lion’s Share’s culinary vision. WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support and oversee kitchen service during AM or PM shifts, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality, taste, presentation, and timing standards before leaving the kitchen.
• Supervise prep work, mise en place, and line setup to maintain smooth service flow.
• Maintain detailed recipe adherence, portion control, and plating specifications.
• Troubleshoot issues in real-time, making adjustments to maintain the highest standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and BOH staff, ensuring performance excellence.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and ongoing training sessions to reinforce culinary techniques and kitchen expectations.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and development opportunities for kitchen staff.
• Foster a positive, disciplined, and team-oriented kitchen culture.
• Collaborate with FOH managers to ensure seamless communication and service execution.
• Assist the Chef de Cuisine with food cost control, inventory management, and ordering.
• Monitor kitchen waste, efficiency, and portioning to maintain budget goals.
• Oversee daily prep lists, station assignments, and scheduling to optimize kitchen workflow.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
• Conduct regular kitchen cleanliness and food handling audits.
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, and rotation procedures for all ingredients.

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