Dynamic Sous Chef — Lead High-Volume Events

Colonial Group; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Meal discounts

Tuition discount

Holiday pay

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Sous Chef in Florida to lead kitchen operations, supervise high-quality event dining, and contribute to menu pricing and prep. You will ensure food safety, mentor staff, and coordinate with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, culinary training, and a minimum of three years of experience in food preparation, with ServSafe or HAACP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Three years of food preparation experience.
• ServSafe or Food Handling Certified.
• Knowledge of HAACP
• Culinary training, must be 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, welcoming experiences for guests and clients.
• Supervise and participate in creating high-quality products for events and food service locations.
• Assist in menu pricing and preparation.
• Estimate food consumption for events and request necessary products.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques.
• Train, coach, counsel, and resolve problems.
• Comply with all food safety regulations and practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Problem solving

Financial management

Food safety

HAACP

ServSafe

Flexibility

Physical endurance

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a Sous Chef in Florida to lead kitchen operations, supervise high-quality event dining, and contribute to menu pricing and prep. You will ensure food safety, mentor staff, and coordinate with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, culinary training, and a minimum of three years of experience in food preparation, with ServSafe or HAACP knowledge.