Bar 2 - Sous Chef

Pacific Hospitality Group is a distinguished owner/operator in the hospitality industry, recognized for its family-focused approach and commitment to sustainable growth and long-term value creation. As a company, it prides itself on enriching people's lives through memorable experiences, actively giving back to communities, and upholding strong ethical values by honoring God in all their endeavors. Guided by principles such as integrity, compliance, value creation, principled entrepreneurship, customer focus, knowledge, change, humility, respect, and fulfillment, Pacific Hospitality Group seeks to foster a respectful and fulfilling work environment while delivering exceptional service to its customers.

Crush Ultra Lounge, a proud part of Pacific Hospitality Group, is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join its dynamic culinary team. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,000 and is ideal for culinary professionals who thrive in high-volume, fast-paced environments. The Sous Chef will oversee daily food production for the lounge and additional venues, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and timely service. This role is pivotal in supporting both restaurant and food truck operations, coordinating large-scale events and private buyouts that demand meticulous execution and attention to detail.

As Sous Chef, you will play a critical leadership role by managing and developing the kitchen staff, enforcing kitchen policies, and ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards. You will act as the manager on duty in the absence of salaried chefs, taking responsibility for maintaining smooth kitchen operations across multiple outlets. Your leadership will extend to scheduling, coaching, and fostering a team environment that supports both individual and business growth.

The administrative aspect of this role includes assisting with inventory control, vendor management, and cost control measures such as waste reduction and portion control. Maintaining compliance with health department regulations and HACCP guidelines is a mandatory part of the job to ensure food safety and regulatory adherence.

Crush Ultra Lounge's Sous Chef will also coordinate culinary efforts during events and busy periods, seamlessly integrating between the food truck and restaurant kitchens to meet fluctuating resort occupancy and seasonal demands. This multifaceted role requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing operational needs.

Candidates for this role should have at least two years of progressive kitchen leadership experience, preferably within high-volume casual dining and event or batch cooking environments. Experience in multi-outlet or non-traditional kitchen settings, such as food trucks and remote kitchens, is highly valued. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of food safety and cost control are vital for success. The position demands a flexible schedule including availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pacific Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. The company prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, ensuring fair treatment throughout all stages of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion. Joining Crush Ultra Lounge as a Sous Chef means becoming part of a team that values integrity, respect, and continual improvement while offering meaningful career growth opportunities within a supportive company culture.