Sous Chef

Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana is a well-established and highly regarded Italian restaurant group with 15 successful restaurant locations across Southern California, Northern California, and Las Vegas. Known for delivering authentic Italian cuisine, the company combines traditional recipes with a focus on fresh ingredients and meticulous execution to offer a memorable dining experience. With a reputation built on quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction, Il Fornaio has become a favorite destination for those seeking genuine Italian flavors within a warm and inviting atmosphere. Their dedication to authenticity and excellence has allowed them to expand their footprint while maintaining a commitment to superior culinary standards.

Il Fornaio is currently seeking an experienced Chef to join their esteemed team. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with a strong background in kitchen and dining room operations, particularly someone who understands the nuances of authentic Italian cuisine. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of two years of experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Supervisor and demonstrate a passion for recipe adherence and quality food preparation. The position entails overseeing food preparation and service across all meal periods, ensuring timely and attractive plate presentation, and maintaining a high standard of safety and hygiene including compliance with COVID protocols.

The Chef will also play a significant role in supervising and training kitchen staff, ensuring that each member of the team meets the company's standards for culinary excellence and professional performance. Additionally, this position requires managing kitchen administrative tasks, human resources duties, inventory control, ordering, scheduling, and cost management to achieve consistent financial and operational goals. Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to foster a respectful and professional work environment are crucial traits for success in this role.

Working at Il Fornaio means being part of a team that values dedication, culinary skill, and a flexible approach to scheduling, including willingness to work varied shifts and weekends. Experience in upscale, fine dining establishments is considered advantageous and will enhance the candidate’s ability to thrive in this dynamic, fast-paced environment. Joining Il Fornaio offers an opportunity to contribute to a thriving restaurant group while honing culinary expertise and advancing career growth within a supportive and passionate team setting. The company is committed to providing a rewarding work experience for those who are eager to grow and succeed in authentic Italian cuisine.