Executive Sous Chef

Hawks Cay Resort; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawks Cay Resort is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all culinary operations across the property. You will play a key leadership role in menu development, kitchen management, staff training, and upholding the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and guest satisfaction.

With 5–8 years of progressive culinary experience in luxury hotels or resorts, you will supervise kitchen teams, manage costs, and ensure consistent quality across multiple outlets while

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and communication skills in luxury hospitality.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple outlets.
• Experience in cost control and budgeting within a high-volume kitchen.
• Formal culinary training or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all culinary outlets, including fine dining, casual venues, banquets, room service, and events.
• Lead kitchen operations and mentor staff to uphold Hawks Cay's standards.
• Ensure consistent menus, recipes, and plating across outlets.
• Collaborate on menu planning, seasonal offerings, and innovative concepts.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation; drive cost efficiency.
• Ensure HACCP, sanitation, and health regulation compliance; maintain safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Cost control

Kitchen operations

Training & mentoring

HACCP compliance

Food quality

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all culinary operations across Hawks Cay Resort, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation that align with brand standards. This role plays a key leadership position in menu development, kitchen management, staff training, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all culinary outlets, including fine dining restaurants, casual venues, banquets, room service, and special events
• Assist with leading kitchen operations
• Ensure consistent execution of menus, recipes, and plating standards across all outlets
• Collaborate in menu planning, seasonal offerings, and innovative culinary concepts
• Supervise, mentor, and train kitchen staff to uphold Hawks Cay's service and culinary standards
• Monitor food quality, taste, portion control, and presentation
• Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste control to meet budgetary goals
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Coordinate with front-of-house and banquet teams to ensure seamless serviceSupport large-scale events, weddings, and VIP functions with precision and creativity
• Conduct performance evaluations and assist with hiring and scheduling of kitchen staff
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency in all kitchen areas

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive culinary experience in luxury hotels or resorts, preferred
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-volume, upscale environment preferred
• Formal culinary training or degree preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proven experience in multi-outlet kitchen operations
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional culinary technique and creativity
• Strong cost control and budgeting skills
• High standards for quality, consistency, and presentation
• Ability to motivate and lead diverse culinary teams
• Excellent problem‑solving and time‑management abilities
• Passion for luxury hospitality and guest satisfaction