Sous Chef

Shade Hotel, Redondo Beach’s only 4-star luxury boutique hotel, is looking for an experienced, talented, and hospitable Sous Chef to join the Shade Family! The Sous Chef is responsible for working with the Executive Chef and other Sous Chefs to oversee the culinary team and for successfully executing breakfast, lunch and dinner at Sea Level restaurant, private events of all types and sizes (5-400), holiday / special event functions, room service, and pool service.

There is never a dull moment at Shade! Shade Redondo Beach has continuously maintained its status as the #1 ranked hotel in Redondo Beach and is in the top 10% of most highly rated hotels in the world on Trip Advisor.

We are specifically looking for a Sous Chef who is an excellent leader AND has the desire and ability to execute great food for both dining room service and banquets.

Compensation : $68,000-$75,000 / year D.O.E. generous incentive program 100% paid medical and dental benefits vision insurance available 401K with match 2 weeks vacation in the first year 7 paid holidays 6 days sick pay free meals free parking industry perks opportunities for advancement discounted restaurant and hotel room rates employee assistance program employee referral program phone allowance

If you are looking for a place to work where people come first, you have found your place. We strive every day to walk our talk, and show up to work with integrity, self awareness, and empathy.

Inspirational leadership motivates team members to make each and every guest feel special and welcomed by creating warm connections and memorable experiences.

We treat our staff the way we want them to treat our guests. We are not just a team, but also a family, dedicated to providing the ultimate luxury experience!

We are looking for Sous Chef candidates that desire to grow and learn with our team and have respect for quality ingredients that we source from local farmers.

Ideal candidates will work cleanly, efficiently, have a strong sense of urgency, be able to multitask, be a champion of quality, set and maintain standards and make sure systems are followed.

THIS POSITION IS FOR YOU IF YOU

• A minimum of 2 years as a kitchen lead, supervisor or Sous Chef in an upscale high volume restaurant
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
• Must be a team player and possess the ability to handle situations effectively as they arise
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift 25 lbs or more
• Must have Open Availability be able to work on weekdays, weekends and holidays
• Food Handlers Card
• Knowledge of technique and passionate about creating the best dishes possible.
• Have experience in fine dining is a plus
• Have experience in catering and banquets is a plus
• Have experience in high volume is a plus
• Have strong leadership skills
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a big plus!

Duties :

• Leadership and training of cooks
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and FOH to lead and motivate the staff.
• Liaise with the front of the house and hotel staff, ensuring a positive guest experience.
• Expediting food
• Ordering, including quality control
• Inventory
• Controlling labor and food cost

ABOUT SEA LEVEL RESTAURANT : Overlooking the marina, with sweeping views from Palos Verdes to Malibu, enjoy our plush indoor-outdoor seating with fire pits and heaters.

Cool, hip, comfortable, inviting, we transcend the traditional beach feel with modern lines that blend indoor-outdoor dining.

ABOUT SHADE HOTEL REDONDO BEACH : Shade Redondo offers guests 54 marina-view luxury hotel rooms, multiple unique event spaces, a marina-front restaurant and bar, and a rooftop Aquadeck, complete with dipping pool, cabanas and lounge with views from Palos Verdes to Malibu.

Zislis Group Inc. dba Zislis Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Zislis Group Inc. dba Zislis Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.