Sous Chef

Restoration Hardware • Palo Alto, CA

9d

About The Position

RH Hospitality is expanding its portfolio of restaurants within its Design Galleries worldwide, with the goal of blending home and hospitality to create an integrated guest experience. RH is seeking an experienced, dynamic Sous Chef to help lead the culinary team, deliver world-class guest experiences, drive business success, and uphold high quality standards. As a member of the Property Leadership Team, the Sous Chef works alongside the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, develop culinary talent, and support recruitment and administrative functions.

The Sous Chef partners with the Executive Chef on the kitchen’s strategic direction and may assume full leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef’s absence. The role supports operational excellence, financial performance, service execution, team development, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of previous Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant; culinary program curriculum; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to manage financial performance, including labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning.
• Expertise with computer systems, including Microsoft Excel, Foodager or another inventory management system, and email communication.
• Advanced culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standards.
• Ability to work autonomously, make strategic decisions, and collaborate effectively across all levels of leadership.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Comfort standing and walking for extended periods.
• Commitment to proper safety and sanitation practices in a commercial kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members through structured training, in-the-moment coaching, and guidance that upholds RH culinary standards and supports professional growth.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on the kitchen’s strategic direction, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and building a high-performing team aligned with RH’s vision.
• Support inventory controls and reporting, including labor cost optimization, food cost control, and inventory management.
• Implement and uphold quality and safety standards across hospitality areas and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Own service execution by conducting line checks, monitoring food preparation, and leading expediting.
• Document key updates and insights to align the team, enhance performance, and support operational excellence.
• Deliver results in a dynamic business while championing RH’s Hospitality vision, strategy, and financial goals.
• Assume full leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef’s absence to ensure seamless operations and team alignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed