Executive Sous Chef — Lead Banquets & Culinary Team

Hireology; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Free Associate Parking

Free Meal for every shift worked

25% Discount in Resort Outlets

Hotel Discounts with OPAL

Friends and Family Discount

Job summary

Hireology is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Naples, FL to lead kitchen operations and support the culinary team across restaurant and banquet services. You will ensure high-quality hot foods, manage line cooks and hourly staff, and mentor team members to uphold standards.

You will coordinate daily kitchen activities, supervise vendor orders, and develop seasonal menus with creative plating. The role requires a strong focus on cleanliness, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be clear and concise with verbal and written communication including emails.
• Must have a high standard of cleanliness and understanding of food safety practices.
• Must understand all kitchen equipment and communicate issues with the engineering department.
• Culinary School preferred but not required.
• Culinary Administrative Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and executes hot food for restaurant.
• Sets up and executes breakfast hot food for banquet events.
• Manages line cooks, production cooks, breakfast buffet attendants and stewards.
• Trains and mentors hourly associates.
• Addresses kitchen-related problems promptly.
• Completes opening, daily, and weekly checklists when necessary.
• Follows state health codes and SOPs with high sanitation standards.
• Works as a team for banquets and buffets with a can-do attitude.
• Coordinates with culinary management to manage product and multitask efficiently.
• Oversees daily vendor orders and keeps coolers/store rooms organized.
• Sets up, maintains operations, and breaks down stations.
• Plans and prepares special occasion menus including holiday brunches and buffets.
• Develops unique and visually appealing plating designs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Food safety practices

Long hours availability

Kitchen leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Culinary School (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen equipment familiarity

Job description

Hireology is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Naples, FL to lead kitchen operations and support the culinary team across restaurant and banquet services. You will ensure high-quality hot foods, manage line cooks and hourly staff, and mentor team members to uphold standards.

You will coordinate daily kitchen activities, supervise vendor orders, and develop seasonal menus with creative plating. The role requires a strong focus on cleanliness, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.