Sous Chef | Marcerro at Nightsky | San Luis Obispo, CA

Culinary Leadership & Kitchen Operations

Culinary Leadership & Kitchen Operations Lead daily kitchen operations and support execution across all meal periods, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with Marcerro standards.

Act as the operational extension of the Executive Chef, supporting coverage, decision-making, and kitchen leadership.

Maintain organization, cleanliness, food quality, and readiness across all kitchen and back-of-house spaces.

Own kitchen flow to deliver a seamless guest experience during regular service and events.

Support ongoing operational success by identifying opportunities and proactively implementing improvements.

Food Quality & Menu Execution

Ensure consistent preparation, presentation, and execution across all menu offerings.

Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal updates, and culinary innovation.

Uphold recipe standards, portion controls, and food quality expectations.

Support menu testing, specials development, and continuous refinement of culinary offerings.

Team Leadership

Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary team members.

Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.

Lead from the front with a hands-on approach and willingness to step into any station when needed.

Support onboarding, ongoing training, and performance development.

Build consistency and accountability through clear expectations and coaching.

Financial & Operational Stewardship

Support labor planning, scheduling, inventory management, and purchasing.

Monitor food cost performance through portion control, waste reduction, and inventory discipline.

Partner with vendors and suppliers to support operational needs and maintain product quality.

Contribute to forecasting and operational decision-making alongside culinary and property leadership.

Ensure proper use and care of equipment, systems, and supplies to maximize efficiency and longevity.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards.

Maintain readiness for inspections, audits, and operational reviews.

Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.