Junior Sous Chef

Four Seasons; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Accommodation at Four Seasons hotels

Dry cleaning for uniforms

Employee meals

Free parking

Job summary

Four Seasons, Miami Beach, seeks a Junior Sous Chef to lead and develop the culinary team under the Restaurant Executive Chef. You will drive day-to-day kitchen operations, maintain high standards in taste and presentation, and support talent development within a luxury hotel setting.

You will collaborate with the culinary team to refine dishes, ensure consistency, and uphold Four Seasons’ commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with guests and colleagues.
• Excellent time management and ability to lead a dynamic kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate solid leadership that motivates and aligns with The Golden Rule culture.
• Lead culinary teams to ensure superior quality and consistency in all dishes.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to innovate and refine dishes and presentation.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of culinary talent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Culinary knowledge

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

About the location

Oceanfront elegance within an iconic social club setting. From the moment it first opened its doors on New Year’s Eve 1930, The Surf Club has hosted history. It is here that you will find Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club. An icon in the Miami Beaches, located near Sunny Isles, this beachside hotel brings a new era of luxury, with celebrated dining and a world‑class spa, to its Surfside shores.

About The Role

The Junior Sous Chef is an integral leader in the culinary team and reports to the Restaurant Executive Chef. This position requires dynamic leadership, a passion for developing talent, a focus on establishing and maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence. In addition to managing the day‑to‑day activities of the kitchen, the Junior Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of menu items, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrate solid leadership that motivates, inspires and is in line with our Four Seasons culture of The Golden Rule.
• Lead culinary teams to ensure superior quality and consistency in preparation of all food items.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team to innovate and refine dishes, ensuring that guests’ expectations are consistently exceeded.
• Support creativity among culinary team members, and mentor the next generation of culinary talent.

What Will You Bring

• Culinary degree or qualified experience, previous experience of 3‑5 years in a leadership role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate with other areas and positively engage with colleagues and guests.
• Strong time management skills and able to lead a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Able to use technology as needed for the job.

What We Offer

• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Complimentary parking.

Schedule & Hours

• Full time (early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays and overnights).

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ information poster, please visit this website: https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.