Sous Chef

Find Your Future in Paradise! Catalina Island Company welcomes all guests and visitors to our very special island. Beyond being warm and courteous, our exceptional team members are knowledgeable and helpful - anticipating and personalizing their service on an individualized basis. We seek individuals like YOU to create the finest personal service and extraordinary experiences for our guests. WHY CATALINA ISLAND COMPANY? The Catalina Island Company offers more than just a workplace – it is a destination for service, adventure and inspiration! In 1919, chewing gum entrepreneur William Wrigley Jr. bought nearly every share of the Santa Catalina Island Company until he owned a controlling interest. He then invested millions in his vision to create a "playground for all" on Catalina Island, building infrastructure, a reservoir, Hotel Atwater, Bird Park, and other attractions. In 1921, he made Avalon the Spring Training home of his beloved Chicago Cub’s, building the Catalina Country Club to house the team’s lockers and provide a gathering place for players. The team continued to train on the island until 1951. In 1929, Wrigley built the iconic Catalina Casino, which boasts the world’s largest circular ballroom and the first theatre designed and built to show talking motion pictures. During World War II, the island served as a military training facility and was closed to tourists. The island was a popular spot with Hollywood's elite during the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. It also became a popular location for production companies to shoot movies. More than 500 films, documentaries, commercials, and TV shows have been shot in and around Catalina over the years, especially in Two Harbors on the island's west end. To this day, descendants of William Wrigley Jr. still own the Catalina Island Company and carry on his vision to create a world-class island resort. We are a welcoming community that believes in fostering a positive, team-oriented atmosphere where every team member plays a part in creating unforgettable memories for our guests. Join a team that is as vibrant, dynamic, and unique as the island itself! JOB SUMMARY The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Chef Leadership team in overseeing daily kitchen operations within a hospitality environment. The role is responsible for food quality, staff supervision, inventory control, and maintaining the highest standard of safety, sanitation, and guest satisfaction across all food venues, including restaurants and banquets. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Job duties include, but are not limited to: Assist the Chef Leadership team in managing daily kitchen operations Train, coach, development and motivate all culinary team members Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes Execute menu for restaurants and banquets Supervise food production during service to ensure timing, quality, and constancy Supervise, train and mention culinary team members Assist with scheduling, labor control, and performance management Enforce culinary standards, recipes, and portion controls Lead by example in professionalism, teamwork and work ethic Ensure compliance with all health department regulations and company food safety standards Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and sanitation procedure Conduct regular kitchen inspection and corrective action as needed Promote a safe and clean work environment Assist with inventor management, ordering, and receiving of food and supplies Address guest feedback and request professionally and promptly Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure seamless service Assist with menu development Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control. Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 3-5 years of professional culinary experience, preferable in a hotel or high-volume hospitality environment Previous leadership or supervisor experience High school graduate and an apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education. Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards Excellent communication and organization skills Comfortable with food and labor costing, menu development, and training. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high pressured environment. Ability to work not traditional working hours, weekends and all holidays. Possess current health department certifications required to work in a kitchen. California Food Handler Certification upon hire Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems. Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools. Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language. DRIVERS LICENSES A valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record that is maintained throughout employment. DETAILS Position Type: Full Time HOUSING The Catalina Island Company offers housing as an option for eligible employees at a subsidized rate. Employees are responsible for paying a portion of the housing cost, typically deducted through payroll. LOCATION Must be able and willing to relocate to Catalina Island, CA PAY TRANSPARENCY The pay scale for this position ranges between $75,000-$85,000 annually depending on work experience and skill set. WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position works in a busy restaurant environment that can be warm, noisy, and fast-paced. This role involves indoor and outdoor environments. Must be comfortable and able to stand for up to 6-8 hours per day. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Requires dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, management and team. SCHEDULE This position requires a flexible schedule, with rotating weekday and weekend shifts, including day, night, and holiday hours. LIFE ON CATALINA ISLAND A fast paced, exciting work environment with upward mobility and growth opportunities. Meet and engage with people from all over the country and world! COMPANY PERKS Employee discounts and perks – restaurant, hotels and activities. Beautiful island views and a summer of adventure! BEING YOU AT CATALINA ISLAND COMPANY: We are inclusive of, celebrate our differences, and welcome a broad range of perspectives and ideas without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed for our candidates. Please discuss this with our Talent Acquisition team during our selection process. ABOUT CATALINA ISLAND COMPANY Catalina Island's premier resort operator, Catalina Island Company, provides exceptional guest experiences with dining establishments, hotels, a beach club, entertainment venues, and more than a dozen land and sea tours and activities. The recently renovated Hotel Atwater joins the other Avalon accommodations at Mt Ada and Pavilion Hotel. Other notable entities include Descanso Beach Club, home of Catalina's only beachside restaurant and bar, as well as the Zip Line Eco Tour, and Catalina Aerial Adventure, all part of Descanso Canyon. Catalina Island Company also has an extensive portfolio of premier meeting and event venues, including oceanfront Catherine's Terrace at Descanso Beach Club and the Avalon Boardroom in Hotel Atwater. Additionally, Catalina Island Company operates the village of Two Harbors on Catalina's west end, including Harbor Sands, Banning House Lodge & Villas, Harbor Reef Restaurant, several campgrounds, and more. For additional information, go to VisitCatalinaIsland.com