Sous Chef

Sous Chef — Lion’s Tale Bar & Restaurant Lion’s Tale is seeking a Sous Chef to join our kitchen leadership team.

Our menu draws inspiration from French technique and the ingredients of California’s Central Coast, with a focus on seasonality, precision, and thoughtful execution.

We are looking for someone who is serious about the craft of cooking and ready to take on the responsibilities of a true sous chef.

This role is ideal for a cook who is ready to move beyond the line and step into kitchen leadership, organization, and creative collaboration.

What We’re Looking For Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience, with strong line cooking fundamentals and the ability to lead a service.

The right candidate will be reliable, punctual, and consistent, hard working and self motivated, organized and detail oriented, calm and focused under pressure, comfortable leading a team and maintaining standards, and interested in seasonal ingredients and thoughtful menu development.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in the details of a well run kitchen, from prep organization to the final plate leaving the pass.

Responsibilities Assist the Chef with daily kitchen operations and service leadership Support staff training, standards, and accountability Help maintain prep systems, organization, and cleanliness Work with the chef on menu development and seasonal specials Assist with inventory management, ordering, and cost awareness Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes Help foster a professional, focused, and positive kitchen culture Compensation & Benefits Hourly to start, with salary available for the right long term fit 401(k) and health insurance benefits Opportunity to grow within the kitchen leadership structure Creative input on menu items and specials Lion’s Tale is a restaurant that values craft, professionalism, and a strong team culture.

We are looking for someone who wants to contribute to the direction of the kitchen and grow with us.

Please send a resume and a brief note about your experience.