The Proud Bird
Sous Chef - The Proud Bird
Aviation History. Culinary Innovation. One Iconic Destination.
About Us
The Proud Bird is one of Los Angeles' most unique culinary landmarks - a bustling, aviation-inspired food hall paired with a high-volume special events center overlooking the LAX runway. Recently named LA's Hottest Food Hall by Food Network, we showcase multiple culinary concepts under one roof, along with an award-winning hospitality team committed to unforgettable guest experiences.
We're searching for a
Sous Chef
who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-concept environment and brings strong leadership, culinary passion, and operational discipline to our kitchen. If you're energized by scratch cooking, large-scale events, chef-driven food hall concepts, and building strong kitchen culture - this is your next runway.
What We Offer A competitive, lifestyle-supporting benefits package designed to help you thrive:
Compensation:
$70,000-$80,000 annually
Comprehensive medical & dental plans
Employer HSA contributions
Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness, childcare, fitness, student loans & more
Supplemental benefit options
401k with employer match
Employer-paid life insurance
Paid vacation, sick time & floating holidays
Monthly Reward Dollars at SRC locations
Education Assistance Program (EdAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Leadership Referral Bonuses up to $4,000
What You'll Do As Sous Chef, you'll be a key culinary leader supporting daily kitchen operations across
multiple food hall concepts
and our
high-volume events center .
Culinary & Operational Leadership
Lead daily culinary operations for food hall outlets, banquets, and special events
Ensure consistent execution of recipes, plate presentations, flavor profiles, and portioning
Maintain a clean, safe, efficient kitchen that meets all health and sanitation standards
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culinary culture
Kitchen Team Development
Train, mentor, and support cooks and leads across multiple outlets
Uphold culinary standards and drive accountability on every station
Assist in hiring, development, and performance management of the culinary team
Quality, Timing & Standards
Partner closely with FOH leaders to maintain pacing, communication, and service flow
Conduct line checks, quality checks, and recipe adherence audits
Ensure large events, banquets, and high-volume days are executed with precision
Inventory & Cost Control
Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory for assigned outlets
Support food cost management, waste reduction, and product utilization
Maintain accurate prep lists, par levels, and daily production schedules
Events & Banquets
Collaborate with the Events team to execute major events, corporate meetings, weddings, and community celebrations
Ensure event menus are executed flawlessly from prep to production to service
Oversee event-specific culinary timelines and staffing allocations
Who You Are A passionate, disciplined kitchen leader who loves fast-paced environments and delivers consistent excellence.
Required Experience
3-5 years of culinary leadership experience (Sous Chef or higher preferred)
High-volume restaurant and/or banquet experience
Strong understanding of multi-outlet or food hall operations a major plus
Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse culinary teams
Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen compliance standards
Your Skill Set
Strong culinary foundations and technical cooking skills
Natural leader with excellent communication and EQ
Calm and organized under pressure
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
Strong organizational and prep management abilities
Ability to drive consistency and uphold brand standards
Our Culture
Innovative
- You bring new ideas and elevate dishes
Precise
- Consistency and quality are non-negotiable
Leader
- You motivate and inspire the kitchen team
Team-Focused
- Collaboration makes everything stronger
Dedicated
- You care deeply about the guest and the craft
Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.
The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.
All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check
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We're searching for a
Sous Chef
who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-concept environment and brings strong leadership, culinary passion, and operational discipline to our kitchen. If you're energized by scratch cooking, large-scale events, chef-driven food hall concepts, and building strong kitchen culture - this is your next runway.
What We Offer A competitive, lifestyle-supporting benefits package designed to help you thrive:
Compensation:
$70,000-$80,000 annually
Comprehensive medical & dental plans
Employer HSA contributions
Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness, childcare, fitness, student loans & more
Supplemental benefit options
401k with employer match
Employer-paid life insurance
Paid vacation, sick time & floating holidays
Monthly Reward Dollars at SRC locations
Education Assistance Program (EdAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Leadership Referral Bonuses up to $4,000
What You'll Do As Sous Chef, you'll be a key culinary leader supporting daily kitchen operations across
multiple food hall concepts
and our
high-volume events center .
Culinary & Operational Leadership
Lead daily culinary operations for food hall outlets, banquets, and special events
Ensure consistent execution of recipes, plate presentations, flavor profiles, and portioning
Maintain a clean, safe, efficient kitchen that meets all health and sanitation standards
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culinary culture
Kitchen Team Development
Train, mentor, and support cooks and leads across multiple outlets
Uphold culinary standards and drive accountability on every station
Assist in hiring, development, and performance management of the culinary team
Quality, Timing & Standards
Partner closely with FOH leaders to maintain pacing, communication, and service flow
Conduct line checks, quality checks, and recipe adherence audits
Ensure large events, banquets, and high-volume days are executed with precision
Inventory & Cost Control
Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory for assigned outlets
Support food cost management, waste reduction, and product utilization
Maintain accurate prep lists, par levels, and daily production schedules
Events & Banquets
Collaborate with the Events team to execute major events, corporate meetings, weddings, and community celebrations
Ensure event menus are executed flawlessly from prep to production to service
Oversee event-specific culinary timelines and staffing allocations
Who You Are A passionate, disciplined kitchen leader who loves fast-paced environments and delivers consistent excellence.
Required Experience
3-5 years of culinary leadership experience (Sous Chef or higher preferred)
High-volume restaurant and/or banquet experience
Strong understanding of multi-outlet or food hall operations a major plus
Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse culinary teams
Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen compliance standards
Your Skill Set
Strong culinary foundations and technical cooking skills
Natural leader with excellent communication and EQ
Calm and organized under pressure
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
Strong organizational and prep management abilities
Ability to drive consistency and uphold brand standards
Our Culture
Innovative
- You bring new ideas and elevate dishes
Precise
- Consistency and quality are non-negotiable
Leader
- You motivate and inspire the kitchen team
Team-Focused
- Collaboration makes everything stronger
Dedicated
- You care deeply about the guest and the craft
Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.
The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.
All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check
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