Junior Sous Chef

Assistant Culinary LeaderWith over 20 Hospitality experiences worldwide, RH Hospitality continues to expand our distinguished portfolio of Restaurants within our Design Galleries globally. Our goal is to blur the line between home and hospitality, creating an integrated experience that engages our guests and immerses them in the RH lifestyle. RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Culinary Leader to play a key role in our culinary team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering exceptional guest experiences while driving operational success and maintaining the highest culinary standards. Working closely with the Sous Chefs, Executive Sous Chef, and Executive Chef, you will help oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor and develop culinary talent, and support the implementation of innovative processes and efficiencies that enhance kitchen performance. As a leader, you will foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the culinary team.Your ResponsibilitiesLive Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every dayLead daily setup and breakdown of the kitchenOwn service execution, conducting line checks, monitoring food preparation, and leading expediting to maintain world-class guest experiences.Assist in driving operational excellence by implementing and upholding quality and safety standards across all hospitality areas, ensuring compliance with regulations.Assist with receiving food orders, ensuring that all items are labeled, dated, stored, and rotated properly.Communicate product and/or prep needs to the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chefs.Contribute to the daily Leader Notes log with a record of staff, training, service, and food issues addressed during the shift, while maintaining confidentiality with respect to Team Member information.Our Requirements3+ years of experience working in full-service restaurants, preferably in luxury hospitality, with a demonstrated ability to exemplify strong leadership qualities, professionalism, and teamwork.Food safety certificate as required by local mandatesProficient culinary expertise, including expert knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standardsEffectively multitask, prioritize and manage multiple projects, workload and business partners in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervisionFlexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as neededLegal authorization to work in the country of application at the time of hireEffective verbal communication in English is required to provide exceptional service to guests and collaborate with fellow Team Members.Physical RequirementsFrequent stooping, bending, and reaching, both overhead and below counter heightLifting or moving items up to 25 kgs using appropriate equipment and safe handling techniquesStanding and walking for extended periods as part of daily work activitiesWork performed in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment, including exposure to high and low temperatures and movement through busy work areasHearing and responding to verbal instructions, kitchen communications, and safety alerts are necessary for safe and effective operationsSafely ascending and descending stairs, with or without carrying food, beverages, or service equipmentOngoing adherence to safety, sanitation, and food-handling standards in a commercial kitchen environmentSustaining focus and composure while working across high-temperature and low-temperature stations in a dynamic, high-energy settingReading and interpreting printed or digital preparation lists and recipes as required during daily operationsAbout UsRH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance. At RH, we are committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role.Job InfoJob Identification 41606Job Category HospitalityLocations Newport Beach Restaurant - Fashion IslandPay Range $30.00 - $32.00 Hourly