Sous Chef

  • San Diego, California
  • Full Time

Kettner Exchange is currently seeking a Sous Chef with the ability to support, lead, and inspire the kitchen team. This includes but not limited:

  • Ordering and inventory support.
  • Support the Chef De Cuisine in daily tasks.
  • Consistently uphold and monitor the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation to ensure all areas are kept clean, safe and code compliant.
  • Adheres to new COVID-19 sanitary guidelines.
  • Complete any additional tasks as assigned by the Chef or GM.
  • Work in partnership with the rest of the Food & Beverage management team to execute daily priorities.
  • Constantly communicate with GM and CDC to keep record of staff, training, service, and food issues dealt with during shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 2 years as Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen, upscale high-volume restaurant
  • Experienced and able to expedite an average of 350 covers dinner service
  • Oversee food production at all stations, assisting line cooks, as needed
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and teamwork skills and abilities
  • Capability to teach and mentor others
  • Must be able to stand for 10+ hours
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Reliable and predictable attendance
  • Food Handlers Card / ServSafe Certification
  • College degree/Culinary school degree preferred, but not necessary

Ideal candidate will have stable tenures, strong attention to detail, track record of mentorship and managing teams under pressure and passion.

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Job ID: 481404710
Originally Posted on: 6/15/2025

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