Sous Chef – San Francisco – $85,000–$95,000

Our client is a prestigious fine dining restaurant located in a historic neighborhood of a major West Coast city. Known for its refined, seasonal tasting menu inspired by French and Italian culinary traditions, the restaurant is led by a highly acclaimed chef and deeply values sustainable practices and local sourcing. With close partnerships with regional farms and purveyors, the kitchen is driven by innovation, seasonality, and craft.

They are now seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their dynamic back-of-house team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a Michelin-standard kitchen alongside a team committed to excellence, consistency, and creativity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Lead and supervise BOH staff to ensure precision and consistency across all stations
• Uphold the restaurant’s high culinary standards in execution, cleanliness, and professionalism
• Participate in menu development, tastings, and recipe testing
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls in collaboration with leadership
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a positive, learning-focused kitchen culture

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience as Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a fine dining or Michelin-caliber kitchen
• Deep understanding of seasonal cooking, modern French/Italian techniques, and ingredient sourcing
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a high-performance team
• Strong organizational skills and a calm, solution-oriented mindset under pressure
• Food Handler’s Certification (ServSafe or local equivalent) required

If you are a passionate, driven chef looking to take the next step in your fine dining career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join one of the city’s most respected culinary teams!

Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every candidate. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful—but don’t hesitate to reach out again for future opportunities.