Sous Chef (Burbank)

About Castaway:Castaway, Burbank is an award-winning restaurant and special event space renowned for its sweeping views of Los Angeles and its commitment to delivering a unique dining experience where everyone feels like a star, and every seat is magic. Within Castaway, guests can discover The Green Room, an exclusive speakeasy-style cocktail lounge offering a seductive atmosphere with cinematic-themed cocktails and elevated food. The Green Room provides an immersive, intimate experience, perfect for those seeking an unforgettable night out.Castaway has been featured in the prestigious Top 100 Independents list by Restaurant Magazine, generating an impressive $27MM in sales volume, and named Best Steakhouse, Scenic Views, and Most Booked by OpenTable in 2024.Our exceptional, seasonally inspired menu tells a story with every bite, featuring premium steaks & chops, an exquisite raw bar, bold shareable options, and more. We pride ourselves on our show-stopping service, and were always searching for talented professionals to take our hospitality to new heights.Top-notch Benefits:Competitive salaryQuarterly bonusBenefits including vacation pay, medical, dental and vision insuranceLifestyle Spending Account, this benefit supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, groceries, student loans & more!Company dining package with allotted spending amounts each monthVariety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns401k with annual employer match after 12 months Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employmentPaid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidaysEducation Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growthEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balanceManagement Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positionsPosition Summary:As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to develop and execute menu items, manage kitchen staff, and maintain a productive and efficient kitchen environment. Job Duties:Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.Develop and execute menu items that align with our restaurant's standards and customer preferences.Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality and presentation standards.Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.Monitor and maintain inventory levels, ensuring proper stock rotation and minimizing waste.Uphold all health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen.Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create new dishes and seasonal menus.Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance and report any issues to the appropriate personnel.Manage food cost and labor budgets, working to optimize efficiency and profitability.Ensure timely and accurate execution of orders during service hours.Performs additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef or General Manager at any time.Education/ Experience/ Skills:Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume, upscale/fine dining restaurant.Culinary degree or equivalent experience.Strong leadership and communication -depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Creative and passionate about food, with a keen eye for detail.Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.Physical Demands:Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of kitchen ware, cleaning equipment, food boxes, garbage etc. weighing up to 40 pounds.Regular and prolonged standing and walking to prepare food, clean workstation, move garbage, etc.Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to move food items, equipment, etc.Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingersFrequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and armsFrequent bending, stooping and turningConstant exposure to hot, cold and damp temperature fluctuations

Created: 2025-09-24