Lead Sous Chef: Banquets, Mentoring & Fast-Paced Kitchen

Opal Key Resort & Marina; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 OPL

Friends and Family Discount

Job summary

Opal Key Resort & Marina is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Key West, FL. This role involves setting up and executing hot foods for the restaurant and breakfast for banquets, while supervising line cooks, production cooks, breakfast attendants and stewards.

The ideal candidate will mentor hourly staff, uphold health and safety standards, and collaborate with culinary management on menu development.

Qualifications

• Must have a high standard of cleanliness and understanding of food safety practices.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication including emails.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and executes hot food for restaurant and banquet events.
• Manages line cooks, production cooks, breakfast attendants and stewards.
• Trains and mentors hourly associates; addresses kitchen issues promptly.
• Maintains health and safety standards and assists with opening/closing checklists.
• Plans and prepares special occasion menus and premium plating designs.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Opal Key Resort & Marina is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Key West, FL. This role involves setting up and executing hot foods for the restaurant and breakfast for banquets, while supervising line cooks, production cooks, breakfast attendants and stewards.

The ideal candidate will mentor hourly staff, uphold health and safety standards, and collaborate with culinary management on menu development.