Sous Chef at Jonathan Club - Los Angeles

With towering European Renaissance décor and original works of 20th century art lining the walls, decades of Jonathan tradition are felt simply by walking in the front doors of the Town Club. Within this historic backdrop, the Town Club boasts modern amenities, intuitive service, and over 200 diverse special events hosted by the Club each year that illustrates our determination to preserving tradition while exploring the newest trends of contemporary Los Angeles.

The Town Club is filled with unique landings for your respite after a long day, with the Rooftop Terrace that lets 13 stories mute the clamor of Downtown Los Angeles, or The Grill which brings signature dishes with fresh ingredients from our Urban Garden, meticulously paired with select wines from our expert sommeliers. With event and overnight rooms, gym, food, drink, and more, the Town Club is an oasis in the heart of one of the busiest cities in the world. 

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Job Overview:

As a Sous Chef at the Jonathan Town Club, this position will be responsible for supporting Catering Chef in planning, organizing, and directing the work of Jonathan Club Town Club Catering culinary team. Please note this is Seasonal Position. 

The Sous Chef is responsible for the following: 

• Master the Banquet Event Order by being the point person of all events at the Town Club Culinary Team
• Coordinate daily tasks with Catering Chef based on BEO and events’ schedules
• Supervise the daily operations and tasks of the Catering kitchen team
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in written form to provide clear direction to the team
• Maintain all equipment in a proper operational condition and cleanliness and document monthly on Jonathan Club Monthly Self Checklist
• Ensure that recipes, menu specifications, plating standards are current and communicated to the Catering kitchen team
• Ensure that all staff prepares menu items following recipes in accordance with Jonathan Club standards
• Ensure the highest level of member satisfaction, quality, operating and food costs on an ongoing basis
• Assist Catering Chef for food tastings for potential event clients including presentation and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Follow proper handling and right temperature of all food products
• Participate in training staff
• Monitor performance of Catering kitchen team, and ensure all procedures are completed on timely manner
• Identify the developmental needs of Catering culinary team and provide mentoring to improve their knowledge and skills
• Set an example to the team for following the kitchen guidelines on all matters 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in cooking in a well-established restaurant or full-service hotel
• Flexible working hours subject to demands of the business
• Culinary Certificate or Degree preferred

Salary Rate: $69,000/year

At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses. 

Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.

Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring. 

This job description is not inclusive of all job functions. Job functions may be added or deleted as necessary to maintain continuity of Club objectives and legal compliance.