A Sous Chef hands on and actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Sous chefs fill in as leaders for the head chef, and get involved in preparing food like station chefs when needed.
Pono Pacific Kitchen is seeking a professional Sous Chef to join our back-of-house leadership team. Working alongside our Executive Chef, you will play a key role in managing daily kitchen operations, mentoring line staff, and maintaining the high culinary standards of our scratch-made menu in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. If you are an experienced cook or leader looking for a structured, supportive kitchen environment with a dedicated schedule and you thrive on the energy of a busy dinner rush, we would love to speak with you.
Compensation & Schedule Compensation:
Competitive Annual Salary Set Schedule:
Wednesday through
Sunday Guaranteed Days Off:
We are closed every Monday and Tuesday.
Holidays Off:
Closed on Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
What You Will Do Kitchen Leadership:
Lead, train, and support the line cook team, fostering a collaborative, organized, and efficient kitchen culture that handles high-volume rushes with ease.
Service Standards:
Work the line and manage the pass during busy dinner services to ensure plating consistency, proper temperature, and rapid ticket times without sacrificing quality.
Operations & Inventory:
Assist the Executive Chef with daily prep schedules, ordering, portion control, and inventory management.
Quality Control:
Maintain high standards for ingredient freshness, food prep safety, and kitchen sanitation.
Events:
Assist in planning and executing private catering events and special menus.
What We Are Looking For Experience:
3+ years of professional cooking experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role (Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or Lead Line Cook) in an upscale, high-volume, or fine-dining kitchen. Proven ability to deliver high-quality food quickly under pressure is a must.
Leadership Style:
A calm, collaborative communicator who leads by example rather than volume, keeping the team focused and fast during peak hours.
Technical Skills:
Strong culinary fundamentals, efficient knife work, excellent multi-tasking abilities, and solid knowledge of kitchen safety protocols (ServSafe certification preferred).
Reliability:
Punctual, organized, and consistently focused on detail even when the ticket machine is humming. Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Generous Employee Discount How to Apply Please submit your resume through Indeed or email it directly to us at hello@ponopacifickitchen.com.
