Sous Chef

Sous Chef - The Proud BirdAviation History. Culinary Innovation. One Iconic Destination.About Us The Proud Bird is one of Los Angeles' most unique culinary landmarks - a bustling, aviation-inspired food hall paired with a high-volume special events center overlooking the LAX runway. Recently named LA's Hottest Food Hall by Food Network, we showcase multiple culinary concepts under one roof, along with an award-winning hospitality team committed to unforgettable guest experiences.We're searching for a Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-concept environment and brings strong leadership, culinary passion, and operational discipline to our kitchen. If you're energized by scratch cooking, large-scale events, chef-driven food hall concepts, and building strong kitchen culture - this is your next runway.What We OfferA competitive, lifestyle-supporting benefits package designed to help you thrive:Compensation: $70,000-$80,000 annuallyComprehensive medical & dental plansEmployer HSA contributionsLifestyle Spending Account for wellness, childcare, fitness, student loans & moreSupplemental benefit options401k with employer matchEmployer-paid life insurancePaid vacation, sick time & floating holidaysMonthly Reward Dollars at SRC locationsEducation Assistance Program (EdAP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Leadership Referral Bonuses up to $4,000What You'll DoAs Sous Chef, you'll be a key culinary leader supporting daily kitchen operations across multiple food hall concepts and our high-volume events center.Culinary & Operational LeadershipLead daily culinary operations for food hall outlets, banquets, and special eventsEnsure consistent execution of recipes, plate presentations, flavor profiles, and portioningMaintain a clean, safe, efficient kitchen that meets all health and sanitation standardsFoster a collaborative, high-performing culinary cultureKitchen Team DevelopmentTrain, mentor, and support cooks and leads across multiple outletsUphold culinary standards and drive accountability on every stationAssist in hiring, development, and performance management of the culinary teamQuality, Timing & StandardsPartner closely with FOH leaders to maintain pacing, communication, and service flowConduct line checks, quality checks, and recipe adherence auditsEnsure large events, banquets, and high-volume days are executed with precisionInventory & Cost ControlManage ordering, receiving, and inventory for assigned outletsSupport food cost management, waste reduction, and product utilizationMaintain accurate prep lists, par levels, and daily production schedulesEvents & BanquetsCollaborate with the Events team to execute major events, corporate meetings, weddings, and community celebrationsEnsure event menus are executed flawlessly from prep to production to serviceOversee event-specific culinary timelines and staffing allocationsWho You AreA passionate, disciplined kitchen leader who loves fast-paced environments and delivers consistent excellence.Required Experience3-5 years of culinary leadership experience (Sous Chef or higher preferred)High-volume restaurant and/or banquet experienceStrong understanding of multi-outlet or food hall operations a major plusProven ability to lead and motivate diverse culinary teamsSolid knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen compliance standardsYour Skill SetStrong culinary foundations and technical cooking skillsNatural leader with excellent communication and EQCalm and organized under pressureDetail-oriented with strong follow-throughStrong organizational and prep management abilitiesAbility to drive consistency and uphold brand standardsOur CultureInnovative - You bring new ideas and elevate dishesPrecise - Consistency and quality are non-negotiableLeader - You motivate and inspire the kitchen teamTeam-Focused - Collaboration makes everything strongerDedicated - You care deeply about the guest and the craftDisclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.