Executive Sous Chef: Lead Culinary Excellence & Mentorship

Opal Collection; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Complimentary Associate Parking

Complimentary Meal During Each Shift

25% Discount at Resort Outlets

Opal Collection Hotel Discounts

Friends & Family Discounts

Job summary

Opal Collection is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team in Miami, FL. This role supports the Executive Chef across restaurant, banquet, and resort operations, driving exceptional cuisine, consistency, and guest experiences.

Relocation to Naples, Clearwater, or Sarasota may be required. The Executive Sous Chef will lead daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and ensure sanitation and health standards are upheld while partnering with culinary teams on

Qualifications

• Minimum supervisory culinary experience
• Strong commitment to food safety and sanitation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Direct restaurant kitchen execution with focus on quality and presentation
• Oversee hot breakfast and banquet function preparations
• Provide leadership to Sous Chefs, line cooks, and support staff
• Mentor and train culinary team through coaching and hands-on guidance
• Maintain health compliance, sanitation, and safety standards
• Ensure opening procedures and daily checklists are completed accurately
• Collaborate with banquet teams on functions and events
• Contribute to menu development and creative presentation techniques

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Team coaching

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Opal Collection is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team in Miami, FL. This role supports the Executive Chef across restaurant, banquet, and resort operations, driving exceptional cuisine, consistency, and guest experiences.

Relocation to Naples, Clearwater, or Sarasota may be required. The Executive Sous Chef will lead daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and ensure sanitation and health standards are upheld while partnering with culinary teams on