Sous Chef at Confidential Los Angeles

Sous Chef – Venice, CA
Help Lead the Kitchen at One of Venice's Favorite Neighborhood Cafés
Salary range: 70,000.00 - 80,000.00

We're looking for a Sous Chef to join our back-of-house leadership team at a beloved café in Venice, CA. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced cook who's ready to take the next step in their culinary journey — someone who thrives in a casual, fast-paced, community-focused kitchen and believes in thoughtful, seasonal food made from scratch.

About the Role:

As Sous Chef, you'll work alongside the Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and ensure smooth, consistent service. This role is ideal for a working chef who loves the rhythm of a neighborhood café and is excited to be hands-on with both prep and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily preparation and service for the shift. 

• Lead the line and manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef

• Train and guide line cooks and prep team members

• Uphold quality, consistency, and cleanliness standards

• Assist with menu changes, specials, and seasonal updates

• Help manage inventory, ordering, and food cost

Who You Are:

• 5+ years of kitchen experience, including time as a Line Cook or Sous Chef

• Strong cooking fundamentals and an eye for detail

• Comfortable with high-volume service

• Positive, communicative, and team-oriented

• Passionate about good food, local ingredients, and café culture

• ServSafe certification or equivalent (or willing to obtain)

• Spanish proficiency is highly preferred

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace for everyone — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, background, or experience.

To Apply:

Please send us your resume and a brief note explaining why you'd be a great fit for our team. Tell us what inspires you in the kitchen!