Sous Chef Job at ANANTARA INC, Fremont, CA

  • ANANTARA INC
  • Fremont, CA

Job Description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

About ANANTARA ANANTARA is a fine dining South Indian restaurant in Fremont, California, focused on delivering a refined and memorable hospitality experience. Our menu celebrates the depth, elegance, and regional diversity of Indian cuisine while presenting it with elevated technique, consistency, and care. We are building a kitchen team that is passionate about quality, discipline, creativity, and genuine hospitality.

Position Summary We are seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join the culinary team at ANANTARA. This role will work closely with leadership to execute high-quality dishes, maintain consistency, support kitchen operations, and help build a strong back-of-house culture. The ideal candidate has a deep respect for Indian flavors and techniques, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and takes pride in organization, cleanliness, teamwork, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily kitchen operations across prep, line, and service

Ensure consistent food quality, portioning, taste, and presentation

Assist with preparation and execution of South Indian and Indian fine dining dishes

Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards at all times

Help train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff

Monitor prep levels, station readiness, and service flow

Work with management on menu execution, specials, and seasonal improvements

Support inventory control, waste reduction, and proper product handling

Maintain a professional, calm, and solutions-oriented attitude during service

Step into a leadership role when needed and help maintain kitchen discipline and standards

Qualifications

3+ years of kitchen experience in a restaurant environment preferred

Prior experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or strong line cook ready to step up

Experience with Indian cuisine preferred; South Indian cuisine experience is a major plus

Strong understanding of kitchen organization, prep systems, and line execution

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality control

Ability to lead by example and work effectively under pressure

Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

Weekend, evening, and holiday availability required

What We’re Looking For

Passion for authentic food with elevated presentation

Strong palate and attention to flavor balance

Sense of ownership and pride in the guest experience

Team-first mindset with leadership potential

Desire to grow with an ambitious and evolving restaurant brand

Why Join ANANTARA

This is an opportunity to be part of a restaurant that is building something distinctive in the Bay Area. We are looking for team members who want to contribute, grow, and help shape a memorable dining experience for our guests every day.

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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