Junior Sous Chef

Resorts World New York City; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to oversee food preparation and manage kitchen staff. This role involves ensuring food quality, maintaining a safe working environment, and collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Join a team where your contributions will be valued, and your culinary skills will shine in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and supervise culinary staff during shifts.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen Staff Functions

English Proficiency

Manual Dexterity

Mathematical Skills

Decision Making Under Stress

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Program

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Safety Shoes

Personal Protective Equipment

Job description

Location:
Resorts World OMNI
1601 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132, USA

Responsibilities:

• Oversee preparation of food in all areas during assigned shift
• Supervise Culinary Staff
• Communicate any challenges to Executive Chef/Sous Chef
• Set up Daily Specials and Happy Hour Food according to schedule and spaces
• Assist in providing a safe working environment
• Assist Executive Chef/Sous Chef in overseeing cleanliness and sanitation
• Visually check food quality
• Assist in the preparation of staff schedules with guidance from Executive Chef/Sous Chef
• Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Chef/Sous Chef
• Execute all functions from setup to ordering and receiving
• Create professional working relationships with all fellow coworkers

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform all essential functions of hourly kitchen staff
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Must be able to grasp, carry, and lift supplies weighing up to 50 lbs
• Must have sufficient manual dexterity to work with knives, spatulas, spoons, tongs, and other kitchen utensils
• Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment including, but not limited to, slicer, mixer, blender, stoves, ovens, and broilers
• Must have intermediate mathematical skills
• Must be able to perform duties in a confined workspace, standing for long periods, and in extreme temperatures
• Must be able to make quick and accurate decisions sometimes under stress
• Must have full use of senses of hearing, taste, smell, touch, and sight in order to perform the essential functions of this position

Safety Requirements:

OSHA laws require the use of the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential risk to health or safety:

• Safety shoes (slip-resistant)
• Use of gloves/mitts (latex, vinyl, plastic, fabric, metal)
• Back belts for heavy lifting
• Aprons

Work Experience & Education Requirements:

Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Culinary or Apprenticeship program preferred
• Minimum three years of experience as a cook; Minimum two years of experience in a similar environment