Creative Sous Chef | Fast-Paced Waterfront Kitchen

Whiskey-Joe; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation package

Health Plans with medical and dental

Lifestyle Spending Account

401k with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Whiskey Joe's in Tampa is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring top-notch quality, presentation, and hygiene. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menu items, manage staff, and maintain an efficient kitchen.

The role requires proven sous chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant, a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking and plating.
• Develop and execute menu items aligned with restaurant standards and guest preferences.
• Ensure dishes meet highest quality and presentation standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff to foster a positive, collaborative environment.
• Monitor inventory and waste, maintaining proper stock rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Multitasking

Creative cooking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Availability evenings/weekends

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Whiskey Joe's in Tampa is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring top-notch quality, presentation, and hygiene. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menu items, manage staff, and maintain an efficient kitchen.

The role requires proven sous chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant, a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.