Coastal Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen at Beachfront Resort

BENCHMARK

Naples (FL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Naples Grande Beach Resort invites applications for a Sous Chef – Flipside, overseeing the beachside restaurant and bar operations, ensuring food quality and presentation while supporting a memorable coastal dining experience. You will lead a hands-on kitchen team, manage daily service across meals and events, maintain safety standards, and help implement seasonal menus.

We welcome candidates with 2–4 years of supervisory experience in resort or beachfront settings.

Qualifications

Minimum 2–4 years of culinary supervisory experience.
Experience in high-volume resorts or beachfront dining operations.
Strong knowledge of seafood, grill, and coastal cuisine preparation.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily culinary operations for Flipside.
Ensure consistency of recipes, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
Lead kitchen production and service during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.
Monitor food quality, freshness, and portion control.
Assist with scheduling, labor management, and productivity initiatives.
Train and develop culinary team members.
Maintain inventory controls, ordering, and receiving procedures.
Support seasonal menu updates and promotional offerings.
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
Partner with restaurant leadership to enhance guest experiences and operational performance.