Sous Chef

Job Summary Flagship Culinary Services is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to run a mid-size employee café for our Client, the largest social media company in the world. Key Responsibilities Provide the best customer service in a courteous, fast and efficient manner, accommodating all requests and special needs for guests and Clients. Lead the kitchen, maintaining a high level of service and setting the tone for Jr. Sous, Prep and Line Cooks, Food Receivers, Dishwashers and Front of House representatives. Develop and test recipes and new techniques, creating daily‑changing menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Oversee production: responsible for the café’s food production according to recipe, inventory procedures and safety standards. Manage all kitchen personnel, scheduling, training, professional development, performance reviews and disciplinary actions. Communicate with vendors, management and staff to ensure efficient operations. Maintain food quality standards, inventory, ordering, storage, rotation and conduct daily line checks and taste tests. Hire, work with staffing recruiter to select and hire appropriate kitchen staff. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and workspace, following OSHA, HACCP and Department of Public Health and Risk Management guidelines. Set operational goals, conduct monthly food, safety, sanitation and facility reviews to improve café standards and correct deficiencies. Handle administrative tasks such as emails, paperwork, management meetings, safety observations, leadership trainings and interviews. Qualifications Minimum 4 years of culinary experience; previous Sous Chef experience preferred. Culinary school graduate or college degree. Strong track record of success in a prior management role. Excellent culinary skills, experience with high-volume production and large batch cooking. Knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation. Experience with menu planning and recipe development. Strong communication, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills. Sense of urgency and ability to work and lead a team safely. Active Food Handlers Card, as required by the California Health Department. Benefits Monday–Friday schedule, weekends off. 11 paid holidays. Full medical, vision and dental coverage. Competitive pay, $85,000–$90,000 per year. 401(k) with employer match. On‑job training to advance in your position. Free meals and snacks during your shift. About Flagship Culinary Services Flagship Culinary Services is dedicated to providing high-quality dining experiences for employees and visitors. We support a variety of food service setups, from full-service cafés to customized food concepts, with a strong emphasis on local and organically grown ingredients. Work Authorization Authorized to work in the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. #J-18808-Ljbffr