Job Description

A UHNW family in Beverly Hills is seeking an experienced, discreet, and professional Private Sous Chef to work in their residence. This is a support position in which you will work alongside the Executive Chef as a team. This Sous Chef would have experience working within a formal, fully staffed home or five-star restaurants; or like to make the transition from a restaurant to a private home. The home operates at a high standard, with a passion for exceptional cuisine, including vegetarian and pescetarian diets. This is a dynamic household, which would require the candidate to welcome last minute menu, guest count and serve time changes.

Detailed Duties:

• Work collaboratively with the Executive Chef, Estate Manager, and others to plan, prepare, and present meals.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standard, accommodating dietary preferences and allergies.
• Maintain hygienic and well-organized kitchen spaces.
• Oversee food stock rotation, inventory, ordering, and storage.
• Act as the Executive Chef during absences, taking charge of kitchen operations.
• Participate in menu planning and contribute creative culinary ideas; including events and dinner parties.
• Provide both FOH and BOH support daily; including table setting, food & beverage service, and kitchen closing procedures.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times; with the willingness to go the extra mile to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain financial records related to food purchases and complete monthly financial reporting.
• Occasionally assist with culinary operations at other related properties.
• Remain available for additional tasks as required.

Position Elements:

• Supervision Received: Works under general guidance from the Executive Chef and minimal supervision from the Estate Manager.
• Judgment & Decision-Making: Independent daily decision-making in line with kitchen operations.
• Contacts: Maintains close liaison with Estate Managers, colleagues, and suppliers.
• Learning Curve: Full proficiency expected within 3 months.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Essential: Minimum 3 years in high-quality hotel/restaurant/private kitchen.
• Desired: 2+ years in a senior chef role in similar environments.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work on a fast paced, dynamic environment; where we welcome changes to the menu, serve-time, and guest count.
• Ability to manage pressure during high-demand periods.
• High standards of hygiene, dress, and conduct.
• Comfortability working around large dogs.
• Discretion and professionalism in all matters.
• Desired: familiarity with Microsoft Word & Excel.

Schedule:

• Monday- Friday with the expectation that the candidate will transition into Wednesday-Sunday schedule after onboarding.
• Schedule flexibility on weekdays, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Compensation:

• $80,000 - $90,00 Salary, D.O.E.
• Comprehensive benefits package

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