Jr Sous Chef - La Jolla (Full-Time + Tip Sharing)

Location
San Diego, CA
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$75k – $78k

About this role

Restaurant: Destiny Coast
Location: La Jolla California
Reports to: Sous Chef and Chef De Cuisine
Schedule: Weekend Brunch & Weekday Lunch focused
 
About the Role
 
We’re looking for an experienced Junior Sous Chef to support our kitchen leadership team in a fast-paced, high-volume brunch and lunch environment. This is a hands-on role for someone ready to step into leadership while remaining active on the line.

What You’ll Do
  • Cook, finish, and plate dishes during service
  • Expedite and assist with expo to ensure quality and timing
  • Support daily kitchen operations and service flow
  • Assist with ordering, inventory, and receiving
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and food safety
  • Help train and support kitchen staff
  • Uphold kitchen systems, standards, and consistency

What We’re Looking For
  • Experience in a brunch and lunch setting is required
  • Strong line cooking skills and ability to handle multiple stations
  • Comfortable expediting and finishing plates during service
  • Organized, clean, and detail-oriented
  • Reliable team player with leadership potential

Nice to Have
  • Baking experience (pastries, breads, brunch baking)
  • Prior lead line cook or junior sous experience

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Top Benefits

  • Tip Sharing