| Position | Sous Chef |
| Posted | 23 May 2026 |
| Expired | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Company | Onsen |
| Location | San Francisco | US |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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Onsen is a Japanese inspired bathhouse and restaurant in San Francisco. Our food program is designed to complement time in the baths with thoughtful, seasonal cooking grounded in technique, restraint, and comfort. We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join a small team and help shape the next phase of Onsen’s restaurant.
This is a hands on role for someone who enjoys working closely with others in a small kitchen, building systems together, and creating food that fits into a larger guest experience.
The Role
- Work alongside another sous chef and ownership to develop and execute menus that reflect Onsen’s Japanese inspired, California driven approach
- Contribute to private dining room menus for both communal seated meals and food station formats
- Be part of the day to day flow of the kitchen including prep, service, and execution
- Help build and maintain cleaning schedules and organizational systems for the kitchen and dry storage
- Support dish flow and work closely with the dishwasher to maintain strong standards across the kitchen
- Participate in building and sustaining our fermentation program including misos, vinegars, pickles, preserves, and lacto fermentation
- Support and train a small team through clear communication, consistency, and a calm presence
- Collaborate closely with ownership and the kitchen team on menu development, operations, and private dining execution
Who This Is For
- A chef who is organized and enjoys building systems as part of a team
- Someone with a strong interest in fermentation and preservation
- A cook who values restraint, balance, and consistency over excess
- Someone who thrives in a small, collaborative kitchen environment and enjoys working closely with others
Details
- Full time, salaried position
- Evening and weekend availability required
- Compensation commensurate with experience
To apply, please send a resume and a brief note about yourself and your cooking background.
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