Junior Sous Chef

Catalina Island Company • Tallinn, CA

2d • $28 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Sous Chef supports the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in food preparation, kitchen management, and team supervision. This role helps maintain high culinary standards, ensure kitchen efficiency, and contribute to menu development while maintaining all safety regulations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in culinary leadership
• High school graduate and an apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education.
• Leadership and team management skills
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques and food safety standards
• Must be comfortable with food and labor costing, menu development, and training.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high pressured environment.
• Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• Requires the ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• California Food Handlers Certificate required
• Prior high volume culinary line experience
• Ability to remain calm and work well in a fast-paced, high-pressured environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Commitment to delivering exceptional service
• Ability to partner with coworkers in a team environment
• Must be able to multi-task
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking high quality dishes
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to the company standards
• Monitor food stock levels and assist with inventory management
• Assist with menu planning and recipe development
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning and presentation
• Supervise kitchen staff in the absence of leadership
• Train and mention kitchen staff
• Ensure all food safety regulations are followed
• Oversee proper storage and handling of ingredients
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and report any issues
• Assist in ordering and stock rotation while maintaining food quality
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Employee discounts and perks – restaurant, hotels and activities.
• Beautiful island views and a summer of adventure!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED