Kitchen Supervisor

Come build the next generation of restaurants and food concepts in LA!

We are Long Hospitality — a young and hungry (pun intended) food & beverage group taking the Asian culinary world by storm. Our award-winning concepts (Michelin Guide, Bib Gourmand, LA Times 101) blend
a trifecta of exceptional food, immersive ambiance, and warm hospitality.

What we are looking for:
Sous Chef and Operations manager, overseeing our kitchen standards and overall operations for our Liu's Cafe concept, ensuring quality is consistent across all dishes. You will be part of our opening team at our new Westwood location!

The Opportunity:

• Work with a passionate, hands on entrepreneurial team that is trying to innovate and push the boundaries on tasty, affordable, Asian comfort food
• Get on the ground floor for a quickly expanding fast casual concept

What you bring:

• Passion for food: We want someone who cares deeply about the food they make
• Accountability: We need people that walk the talk, and show up every single day
• Teamwork: Kitchens and floors are tough - that's why we built culture that uplifts each other at any given moment
• Attention to detail: Every dish that comes out of our kitchen should be the same level of high quality consistency, and we people that who is meticulous and precise in their work.
• Sense of Humor: Yes, the kitchen needs to be professional and disciplined when it comes to work, but that doesn't mean we can't have a little fun!
• Positive Vibes: Attitude is everything - not every day will go perfectly, so we want people that are going to roll up their sleeves and keep the team morale going strong

Daily Kitchen Operations

• Oversee all Back-of-House operations throughout prep and service.

• Ensure recipe accuracy , consistent prep methods, correct portioning, and Liu’s Café plating standards.

• Maintain strict food safety , sanitation, and full compliance with all health department regulations.

• Support smooth, respectful communication between FOH and BOH to keep service flowing efficiently.

Team Leadership

• Train, coach, and hold team members to Liu’s Café service and quality expectations .

• Create and manage daily prep lists and production schedules to keep the kitchen ahead of demand.

• Lead by example in pace, cleanliness, organization, and respect .

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations .

Systems & Quality Control

• Implement and maintain Liu’s Café checklists, prep systems, and recipe procedures .

• Execute and uphold daily opening and closing routines .

• Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean, properly maintained, and reported if repairs are needed.

• Maintain consistent quality and standards— even without owner presence .

Inventory & Cost Management

• Conduct accurate daily inventory of all ingredients and supplies.

• Manage ordering, delivery coordination, and vendor relationships.

• Reduce waste through efficient prep planning and proper product rotation.

• Track prep yields, production efficiency , and identify areas for improvement.

Oversight of General Liu’s Staff

• Provide leadership and coordination for all store leads and team members working within or supporting Liu’s Café.

• Ensure all cross-trained staff follow Liu’s Café standards, recipes, and service expectations .

• Support communication and workflow between Liu’s Café and General Liu’s operations to maintain consistency across both teams.

Experience with Asian cuisine is not necessary, but certainly a plus.

If this sounds exciting, let's chat!