Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $68,640.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Opportunities for advancement
Job Description
Arlo, recognized as San Diego Magazine's Best Hotel Restaurant for 2025, stands out as a premier dining destination nestled in the vibrant heart of San Diego. This acclaimed establishment has earned its reputation for excellence by offering guests a bold and creative culinary experience that reflects the rich flavors and fresh ingredients of the local region. Known for its warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and innovative approach to cuisine, Arlo continues to set new standards in the hospitality industry with a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction.
As an upscale hotel restaurant, Arlo thrives on delivering unforgettable dining moments that ble... Show More
As an upscale hotel restaurant, Arlo thrives on delivering unforgettable dining moments that ble... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to stand and walk continuously for long periods (8-12 hour shifts are common)
- Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling of kitchen equipment, large pots, ingredient boxes - often up to 50 lbs or more
- Regular bending, stooping, reaching, and twisting across prep areas, cold rooms, storage and service zones
- Ability to move quickly through a busy kitchen environment: stepping between stations, stairs/ramp access, tight spaces
- Good manual dexterity to handle knives, kitchen tools, plating, and garnishes with precision
- Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to monitor cooking equipment, guest orders, team communications, and service flow
- Exposure to varying conditions: heat (ovens, grills), cold (walk-in coolers), humidity, noise, and time-sensitive tasks
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in a sous chef or similar leadership role within an upscale restaurant, hotel, or resort environment
- Demonstrated skill in menu creation, high-volume kitchen management, and modern cuisine techniques using fresh/local ingredients
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Solid financial acumen: food cost control, budgeting, inventory management
- Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, safety and sanitation protocols, and high-end service standards
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and adapt to dynamic service needs
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
Job Duties
- Assist in menu development: craft scratch-made dishes using fresh, local ingredients aligned with Arlo's voice of bold, creative, unforgettable
- Supervise daily kitchen operations: oversee food prep, cooking stations, plating, and ensure timely execution of service (brunch, dinner, special events)
- Maintain consistent quality, portion control, presentation standards, and food safety protocols throughout all dishes
- Lead the kitchen team during service: coordinate stations, coach cooks and kitchen staff, manage workflow and timing, ensure smoothness in high-volume or event settings
- Collaborate with the front-of-house and management teams: align kitchen output with service pace, guest expectations, and event planning
- Monitor inventory, order supplies, control food cost and waste, assist in vendor relations and sourcing high-quality ingredients
- Enforce sanitation, safety, and compliance standards (including food handling, HACCP, kitchen equipment)
- Participate in training and development of kitchen staff: foster growth, share best practices, mentor apprentices and line cooks
- Support special events and private/buy-out functions: plan menu variations, coordinate with banquet/event team, adapt kitchen flow for large-scale or bespoke offerings
- Step in for the Executive Chef when needed: assume leadership, make decisions on the fly, maintain high performance and guest satisfaction
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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