SOUS CHEF
Elephante•Santa Monica, CA
•$70,000 - $75,000
About The Position
Èlephante is seeking an experienced and driven Sous Chef to join our team in Los Angeles. Èlephante is a coastal Italian restaurant and rooftop destination known for its high-energy atmosphere, scratch kitchen, and high-volume service. The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in supporting kitchen operations, maintaining quality and consistency, and leading the team during service. We are looking for a strong, hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about food, team development, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a kitchen leadership role (Sous Chef, Jr. Sous Chef, or Lead Line Cook)
- Experience in high-volume, scratch kitchens strongly preferred
- Background in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine preferred
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations, organization, and service execution
- Ability to lead, coach, and develop kitchen team members
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to stay organized and composed during busy service
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high-volume, scratch kitchens strongly preferred
- Background in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine preferred
Responsibilities
- Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
- Lead the kitchen team during service to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency
- Maintain high standards for food preparation, presentation, and cleanliness
- Train, coach, and develop line cooks and prep staff
- Monitor station setup, organization, and execution during service
- Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards
- Assist with ordering, inventory, and kitchen organization
- Support scheduling and labor management as needed
- Assist in managing food cost and inventory control
- Support ordering processes and vendor communication
- Contribute to maintaining efficient labor usage and kitchen productivity
- Help monitor kitchen performance and identify areas for improvement
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for growth within a growing hospitality group
- Employee dining benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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