Executive Sous Chef

International Smoke San Francisco is the wildly popular collaboration between award-winning Chef Michael Mina and entrepreneur Ayesha Curry. Inspired by Curry and Mina’s shared love of global travels and international cooking techniques, International Smoke ignites a new spark of flavor and creativity focused on wood-fired steaks, seafood, ribs, and vegetarian entrees to create flavorful dishes that are craveable worldwide. Celebrating food as the heart of the community, International Smoke recognizes that fire is the start of all cooking and every country shares this culinary spark. 

Executive Sous Chef

Operates the kitchen on a daily basis with professionalism, respect, efficiency, knowledge and awareness.  Understanding the culinary philosophy of the restaurant, attention to detail and follow through of all restaurant policies. Mentors junior staff members. Uphold restaurant standards for quality and cleanliness.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees
• Pre-tax commuter benefits 
• Delicious daily family meal
• Up to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurants
• Flexible schedules
• Fun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphere
• Career advancement opportunities and progressive development plans

Our Ideal Candidate is:

A detail oriented culinary leader who will be a hands-on mentor in the kitchen with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and create an amazing experience for both our guests and our staff. You will assist in leading all culinary operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the kitchen staff, and work closely with the executive chef and corporate culinary and operations teams to further the success of the restaurant. You have expertise in cooking techniques, inventory control, labor cost management, an impeccable eye for detail, and a high level of professionalism.

What you bring to the table:

• Personal Attributes
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Gracious spirit of hospitality
  • Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
  • Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food education
  • Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
• Professional Attributes
  • Advanced knowledge of kitchen fundamentals (knife skills, butchery, sauces, fabrication, all kitchen stations)
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and ability to analyze data
  • Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
  • Desire to teach and mentor both your staff and culinary interns
• Basic Qualifications
  • 4 years’ experience in a fine dining high volume kitchen, with at least 1 years in a leadership role
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
  • Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
  • Spanish language skills a plus

Salary: 80,000-95,000/year

Mina Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and will consider candidates with criminal histories in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. Mina Group offers reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.