About the Position:
Candidates should be outgoing, positive and have a strong background in hospitality and full service restaurants, as well as a passion for learning and growth. We are seeking a candidate that has knowledge of, and a desire to learn more about Italian cuisine. They should provide exceptional guest experiences and continually strive to exceed guests expectations with every opportunity.

We are looking for a strong leader in the kitchen who can provide guidance and coaching to our kitchen team. The Sous Chef role will be responsible for leading line ups, providing support in the kitchen during service, upholding and elevating our service standards, providing strong communication with the dining room and private events team.

Outside of service responsibilities will include weekly manager meetings, financial oversight, scheduling, and work towards cultivating a healthy team dynamic.

We source products from many extraordinary local farms whom we have direct relationships with and will work to expand your product knowledge base - our team visits three bay area markets every week to source the best product possible. We offer interdepartmental education opportunities throughout the restaurant allowing our team members to grow their skill base.

We provide a safe and positive working environment where you can grow as a cook and a manager. This is a kitchen that promotes a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Che Fico offers highly competitive pay, two weeks paid vacation, paid paternal/maternal leave, multiple options for Health Care, dental and vision insurance, access to mental health services, 401k with 4% match. After one year, employees have access to our quarterly profit sharing pool.

Management experience is a plus, however we will gladly accept applicants with a strong background in the service industry who are excited to take on a new role. We are growing quickly as a company, and seeking individuals who would like to grow with us.

We highly encourage people of all backgrounds with varied experience levels to apply. We value and seek diversity amongst our team.

Relocation financial support is possible for the right candidate.

Our restaurants:

Che Fico is a new California Italian restaurant from Che Fico featuring handmade pasta, pizza, salumi, wood fired meats and other dishes utilizing local California ingredients as if the Bay Area were a region of Italy. The Che Fico wine program reflects our food ethos, with an emphasis on traditional and biodynamic wine making. We feature local farmers wherever possible, and support small businesses and family winemakers. Che Fico is first and foremost a San Francisco neighborhood restaurant, a member of the community through warm hospitality and a generous spirit.

Che Fico Alimentari is an extension of Che Fico, with traditional cuisine influenced by the wine bars and trattorias of Italy. Our chefs were inspired by a particular trip to Rome, and aim to bring both the Roman cuisine and atmosphere to San Francisco. Che Fico Alimentari’s menu features more traditional fare - house made salumi, antipasti, classic pasta dishes, local and imported cheeses. We also have a robust pantry program, featuring housemade sauces and spreads, dried pasta and cured meat. We’re striving to transport the Italian experience of stopping in to your favorite neighborhood shop for snacks, wine and dried pasta to bring home.

Press:

Bon Appétit
http://projects.bonappetit.com/hot10/p/1

New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/25/travel/che-fico-restaurant-san-francisco-review.html

SF Chronicle
https://www.sfchronicle.com/restaurants/diningout/article/Che-Fico-12977186.php

Washington Post
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/san-franciscos-hottest-restaurant-is-in-an-old-auto-body-shop/2018/08/16/bf4cc92a-9cba-11e8-b60b-1c897f17e185_story.html?noredirect=on