Exec. Sous Chef - Fine Dining - $75,000 DOE + medical, dental, vision

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$75,000 DOE + medical, dental, vision and 401k
monterey,
full-time
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food/bev/hosp
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Job Description

Fine Dining Executive Sous Chef
Carmel-by-the-Sea / Monterey Peninsula

We’re hiring a Sous Chef for a high-standard, ingredient-driven fine dining restaurant on the Monterey Peninsula. Qualified applicants will be notified of the business and location for a in-person interview.

This is a leadership role for someone who thrives in a disciplined, detail-oriented kitchen and wants to help execute a refined guest experience at a high level every night. We’re looking for a cook/leader with strong fundamentals, urgency, consistency, and pride in craft.

What You’ll Do
Work closely with the Chef/Owner to execute dinner service at a high level
Lead and support BOH team during prep and service
Maintain consistency, quality, and plating standards
Assist with prep lists, station organization, and service flow
Train and mentor line cooks/junior staff
Help manage ordering, inventory, receiving, and product quality
Uphold sanitation, food safety, and cleanliness standards
Contribute to menu development, tastings, and R&D (depending on experience)

What We’re Looking For
5+ years professional kitchen experience (fine dining preferred)
Previous leadership experience (lead line / junior sous / sous chef)
Strong palate, knife skills, and plating discipline
Calm under pressure, fast, organized, and dependable
Positive attitude and team-first mentality
High standards for cleanliness and mise en place
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work long periods on your feet
Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation / Benefits
$75,000 salary (DOE)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match
Family meal
Growth opportunity in a serious culinary program
Stable, professional work environment with high standards

To Apply, Please Reply With:
Resume
Brief intro about your experience and what kind of kitchen you’re looking for
Earliest start date
Availability

Serious applicants only. We value professionalism, consistency, and people who care deeply about the work.