SOUS CHEF in Santa Monica, California at Elephante

Sous Chef

Èlephante – Los Angeles, CA

$70,000 – $75,000 annually + Bonus & Benefits

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.

What We’re Looking For

• 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

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

Financial & Operational Responsibilities

• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000 – $75,000 annually + Bonus & Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Flexible scheduling

• Opportunities for growth within a growing hospitality group

• Employee dining benefits

Join a team that prides itself on quality, consistency, and strong leadership in a high-volume kitchen environment.

Èlephante is an equal opportunity employer.