Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef

Ciccio Restaurant Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to join their team. This leadership role involves overseeing back-of-house operations, ensuring food safety, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will showcase strong organizational and communication skills, along with a passion for food and people. With growth opportunities and a fun, connected culture, this position offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to a positive team atmosphere. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Growth opportunities through cross-training

Free food during shifts

Discounted meals off-duty

Branded swag to wear off-duty

Referral program

Closed for most holidays

Qualifications

• Must embody mission and core values.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BOH functions and mentor the team.
• Manage budgeting and financial responsibilities.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Inventory Management

Tech Savviness

Team Motivation

Education

Food Manager Protection Certification

Job description

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We are excited to open our new Green Lemon St Pete location, projected for late summer/early fall 2025! Candidates selected for this position will need to train at our South Tampa location first. Training & new store details will be discussed during interviews. Thank you!

The Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef is a leadership role supporting restaurant operations, overseeing BOH functions, and mentoring the BOH team. Ideal candidates will demonstrate versatility, enforce policies, promote a positive culture, and possess skills in organization, communication, inventory management, tech savviness, and team motivation.

The Basics

• Must embody our mission and core values
• Ensure food safety and quality standards, prevent cross-contamination
• Food Manager Protection Certification
• Complete cleaning and maintenance tasks regularly
• Oversee operations, new recipes, menus, and training
• Delegate tasks, provide direction, and follow through
• Willing to learn and mentor others
• Effective communication skills
• Enforce policies, coach procedures, and foster a positive team culture
• Manage budgeting and financial responsibilities
• Comfort with technology and attention to detail

The Perks

• Growth opportunities through cross-training and skill development
• Free food during shifts and discounted meals off-duty
• Branded swag to wear off-duty
• Fun, connected culture with community involvement
• Referral program to earn rewards for bringing friends onboard
• Closed for most holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Celebrate individuality and uniqueness

Pre-requisites

• Must be 18+ years old
• Passion for food and people
• Energetic personality
• Ability to follow directions, work independently and in teams
• Lift at least 20 pounds, reach, squat, bend
• Work in a fast-paced environment for up to 6 hours
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Reliable transportation

Additional details: Seniority level - Mid-Senior; Employment type - Full-time; Job function - Management and Manufacturing; Industry - Restaurants.