Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Vision insurance

About Aiona

Opening in March 2026 in the heart of downtown Sacramento, Aiona is a bold new culinary destination celebrating the vibrant traditions of Mediterranean cuisine through the ancient art of wood-fired cooking. Featuring an open kitchen, refined indoor and outdoor dining spaces, and a world-class wine program, Aiona offers an immersive dining experience rooted in craft, fire, and hospitality.

Our mission is to bring world-class food, wine, and hospitality to Sacramento while becoming a premier destination for dining and private events.

Position Overview

Aiona is seeking an experienced, motivated PM Sous Chef to join our opening culinary leadership team. This role supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in overseeing evening kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and execution.

The PM Sous Chef will play a key role in leading service, mentoring cooks, and helping build systems and culture in a high-performance, live-fire kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise PM kitchen operations during dinner service

Ensure consistent execution of menu items to Aiona’s standards

Manage and support line cooks during service, providing direction and feedback

Coordinate timing, pacing, and communication between stations

Assist with menu execution, recipe adherence, and plating standards

Step into any station as needed to support service flow

Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Assist with prep, production, and service as needed

Culinary Leadership & Operations

Support training, coaching, and development of kitchen staff

Assist with scheduling, labor management, and shift coverage

Help monitor food quality, portion control, and waste reduction

Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards

Participate in pre-service meetings, tastings, and post-service evaluations

Collaboration & Culture

Work closely with FOH leadership to support smooth service execution

Uphold Aiona’s culinary vision, culture, and professional standards

Lead by example with calm, focused, and respectful communication

Contribute to a positive, disciplined, and team-oriented kitchen culture

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in a professional kitchen, including leadership or sous chef experience

Strong understanding of line cooking, service execution, and kitchen organization

Experience with live-fire, grill, or wood-fired cooking preferred

Ability to lead under pressure in a fast-paced, service-driven environment

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Availability for PM, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts

*Temporary month to month-based parking pass The above requirements and benefits are not intended to be all-inclusive.