Sous Chef

As a Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in planning, preparing, and executing performance-driven meals to fuel our elite players, coaches, and basketball operations staff. This role offers significant growth and professional development opportunities, requiring initiative and problem-solving skills for all culinary-related duties. You will be part of a team dedicated to providing intentional, genuine, and delicious dining experiences for the team.

This is a full-time role based in Inglewood, CA, and is eligible for our competitive benefit offering including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan with company contribution, a Well-Being Allowance, and more. Due to the nature of this industry, the candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays, to support the LA Clippers basketball team.

What You Will Do

• Organize, coordinate, prepare, and serve various meals to Clippers players, coaches, and basketball operations staff

• Prepare meals following nutrition and culinary guidelines from the Executive Chef and Team Dietician

• Assist in menu development and ensure responsible sourcing practices

• Train and supervise Junior Sous, Culinary Intern, and Dishwasher staff in daily kitchen duties, food safety/sanitation practices, and inventory management

• Oversee operational duties in the absence of the Executive Chef

• Maintain food and physical safety and sanitation, including HACCP and production records

• Assist with administrative and data-collection projects

• Stay updated on current developments in evidence-based nutrition studies and culinary trends

Your Background, Skills, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Dietetics, Health Science, or related field preferred

• 5+ years of experience as a sous or junior sous chef in a hotel, high-volume full-service restaurant, contract management, or banquet setting

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

• Creativity, open-mindedness, a desire to learn, and respect for the nutritional needs of basketball athletes

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines, including temperature requirements and HACCP

• Current ServSafe Food Handler and Allergen Awareness certifications

• Willingness to work a flexible, year-round, full-time schedule

Compensation

• The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annual compensation. Compensation package offered will be based on multiple individualized factors, including a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits and Perks

We offer a competitive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans

• 401(k) plan with company contribution

• Wellbeing Allowance of up to $1,000 per year

• Financial Education and Wellness Program, including access to Certified Financial Planners

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid parental leave

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

• Company-paid Long Term Disability insurance

• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employee, spouse and children

• Employee Assistance Program

• Mind health support via Modern Health and Headspace

• Fertility and Family Planning Assistance via Carrot

The LA Clippers are a proud equal opportunity employer. It is our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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