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Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.\nAbout Momofuku Los Angeles Locations\nMajordōmo\nMajordōmo is a California restaurant by Momofuku, inspired by the rich and diverse culinary landscape of Los Angeles. Our space features a chef’s counter, bar, private dining room, and a heated patio. We embrace the concept of a \"majordomo\"-a person who takes charge, makes arrangements, and is always in the know. Our team is dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience that celebrates vibrant flavors of LA.\nSuper Peach by Momofuku\nSuper Peach by Momofuku is a new restaurant located in the Westfield Century City Mall. Part of the larger Momofuku family, Super Peach is an approachable, fast-paced concept built for high volume and bold flavor. Super Peach offers the opportunity to join a growing team focused on sharp execution, great hospitality, and creating a high-energy dining experience from the ground up.\nWhy Momofuku?\nAt Momofuku, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation packages that encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical, 401k, paid time off, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and dining discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.\nThe Sous Chef will assist in managing the line and ensuring the flow of service is efficient and smooth. The Chef will have the opportunity to create and have input on new menu creations. A key responsibility will be mentoring coaching and training staff (line cooks, prep cooks, diswashers)\nTHIS ROLE IS POSTED TO HELP BUILD OUR TALENT PIPELINE\nResponsibilities\nWith support of senior culinary management, monitor and ensure that standard kitchen operating procedures are met\nSupervise all culinary team members, assisting management in the training, mentoring, and disciplining of staff\nOversee service, monitoring cooks’ progress and flow of service\nSupport and manage prep for service; ensure all prep items and recipes are made to standard\nMonitor and ensure that company standard kitchen operating procedures are met\nOversee line cook team to ensure all items and recipes are made to standard\nEnforce and train food and equipment safety and sanitation amongst all team members\nEnsure kitchen equipment is maintained and functions properly; report any facilities issues to senior culinary management\nMonitor receiving to ensure all product meets restaurant standards\nWork with the Executive Chef and culinary management team on menu creations and daily specials\nSupport Executive Chef and/or CDC with the inventory, purchasing, and receiving of products\nSupport staffing needs for back of the house open positions; assist in monitoring candidates trailing and training of all back of house team members\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum one year of experience as an Junior Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or equivalent role at a restaurant comparable in volume and level of cuisine\nAbility to independently complete monthly inventory and daily, weekly, and monthly ordering\nAbility to successfully train new hourly culinary team members on each station\nA positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills\nGeneral knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge\nExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills\nComfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environment\nAbility to remain calm under pressure\nA passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication\nWilling to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team\nAble to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time\nPreferred Qualifications\n2+ years of experience as an Sous Chef at a restaurant comparable in volume and level of cuisine\nAbility to successfully train new Sous Chefs on all role responsibilities\nProven ability to run a high volume service, including but not limited to expediting\nProven ability to support all administrative tasks relating to the back of house, including but not limited to facilities maintenance, inventory management, and Health Department checks\nA proven track record of dependability and a continuous focus on learning and development\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.\nThe duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.\nMomofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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