Executive Sous Chef, SET

Montage invites applications for the full-time Executive Sous Chef, SET position based in USA - CA - Newport Beach. This opportunity places an experienced culinary leader at the heart of kitchen excellence in Newport Beach.

Position Summary

The Executive Sous Chef, SET role at Montage supports senior kitchen leadership by overseeing daily culinary production, staff performance, and consistent delivery of high-quality dishes. Based in USA - CA - Newport Beach, the position focuses on operational reliability, team development, and seamless execution of service standards for the Executive Sous Chef, SET function within Montage careers.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Direct kitchen operations including dish preparation, plating standards, and timely meal service under the guidance of the executive chef.
• Supervise culinary team members, provide coaching, and coordinate station assignments to maintain smooth workflow during peak periods.
• Monitor inventory levels, oversee receiving procedures, and control food costs through disciplined ordering and waste reduction practices.
• Uphold sanitation, hygiene, and food-safety protocols across all kitchen areas in line with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Collaborate on menu refinement, specials development, and seasonal ingredient integration while ensuring flavor consistency.
• Address equipment maintenance needs and communicate supply or facility issues promptly to keep production uninterrupted.
• Support hiring, training, and performance feedback for sous chefs, cooks, and culinary assistants on the Executive Sous Chef, SET team.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in a sous chef or comparable senior culinary leadership capacity within professional kitchens.
• Strong command of classical and contemporary cooking techniques along with menu-planning ability.
• Demonstrated skill in staff supervision, scheduling, and fostering a collaborative kitchen culture.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems, cost-control methods, and food-safety certification standards.
• Excellent organizational habits, calm problem-solving under pressure, and clear verbal communication.
• Physical stamina for extended standing, kitchen heat, and lifting of standard kitchen supplies.
• Commitment to delivering refined cuisine that meets guest expectations in a USA - CA - Newport Beach setting.

About the Company

Montage is hiring for the Executive Sous Chef, SET role and offers a supportive team environment in USA - CA - Newport Beach.

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