Executive Sous Chef - Banquets & Events Lead

Straz Center for the Performing Arts; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Parking discounts

Food/show discounts

403(b) plan

27 days PTO/Holidays

Job summary

Straz Center for the Performing Arts seeks a Sous Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine in preparing food for all venues and catering events. The role assumes the Executive Chef's duties in their absence and requires flexible scheduling for events.

The department offers a team-based environment with strong benefits, including health/dental/vision options, parking discounts, food/show discounts, and a 403(b) plan with up to 27 PTO/holidays per year.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead kitchen operations and staff.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience managing budgets, food costs, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and supervises all food preparation and presentation per health regulations.
• Manages kitchen staffing, daily supervision, feedback, training, and performance.
• Assists with purchasing and maintains high food quality.
• Ensures proper timing and cost-effective menu selections.
• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of equipment and space.
• Reports repairs and works with leadership on operational needs.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Culinary leadership

Education

College degree or culinary certification

3+ years management experience in multi-faceted restaurant

Job description

Straz Center for the Performing Arts seeks a Sous Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine in preparing food for all venues and catering events. The role assumes the Executive Chef's duties in their absence and requires flexible scheduling for events.

The department offers a team-based environment with strong benefits, including health/dental/vision options, parking discounts, food/show discounts, and a 403(b) plan with up to 27 PTO/holidays per year.