Fine-Dining Junior Sous Chef — Lead & Elevate

Kamin Science Center; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Culinary environment

Job summary

Kamin Science Center is seeking a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to join our culinary team at a high-end Palm Beach restaurant. You will support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef across kitchen operations, focusing on consistency, quality and execution in luxury service standards.

With 2–4 years of kitchen experience, you will lead by example, mentor line cooks, manage prep lists, inventory and safety, and help ensure flawless plating.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in fine-dining or luxury hospitality.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern cooking techniques.
• Proven experience working high-volume, high-quality service.
• Ability to lead, communicate effectively, and remain composed under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail with a passion for excellence.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holiday schedules typical of Palm Beach seasonality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily food preparation, cooking, and service across assigned stations.
• Ensure dishes are consistently executed to fine-dining standards in taste, presentation, and timing.
• Follow all established recipes, portion controls, and plating guidelines.
• Maintain high-level knowledge of menu items, ingredients, techniques, and seasonal offerings.
• Support the Sous Chef with managing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Help coordinate prep lists, station organization, and service flow to ensure smooth operation.
• Oversee kitchen staff during service when the Sous Chef or Executive Chef is absent.
• Assist with inventory control, ordering, and receiving of products.
• Ensure proper rotation, labeling, and storage of all food items.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to line cooks and prep cooks.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen environment.
• Assist in training new staff on standards, techniques, and safety procedures.
• Lead by example in work ethic, attitude, and execution.
• Maintain strict adherence to local health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all workstations and equipment are kept clean, sanitized, and in proper working condition.
• Promote a culture of safety, organization, and respect within the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Classical cooking

Modern cooking

High-volume service

Leadership under pressure

Attention to detail

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Kamin Science Center is seeking a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to join our culinary team at a high-end Palm Beach restaurant. You will support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef across kitchen operations, focusing on consistency, quality and execution in luxury service standards.

With 2–4 years of kitchen experience, you will lead by example, mentor line cooks, manage prep lists, inventory and safety, and help ensure flawless plating.