Lead Sous Chef & Culinary Coach

Bouzy; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cru Hospitality Group (CHG) is seeking a JR Sous Chef to lead back-of-house operations, mentor line cooks, and model professional kitchen behavior. The role reports to the Head Chef and General Manager and serves as a key point person for BOH teammates.

You will supervise daily kitchen tasks, ensure health and fire department compliance, train staff, manage inventory, participate in menu evolution, and uphold Cru Cellars standards while delivering high-quality dishes with hospitality by example.

Qualifications

• Experience leading back-of-house teams in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
• Ability to train and coach line cooks and other BOH staff.
• Strong hospitality mindset and teamwork.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and food handling best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily back-of-house operations, including prep, cooking, stocking, and inventory.
• Ensure health and fire department compliance and kitchen safety standards.
• Provide coaching, training, and guidance to kitchen staff; model professional behavior.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Teamwork

Kitchen operations

Training staff

Job description

Cru Hospitality Group (CHG) is seeking a JR Sous Chef to lead back-of-house operations, mentor line cooks, and model professional kitchen behavior. The role reports to the Head Chef and General Manager and serves as a key point person for BOH teammates.

You will supervise daily kitchen tasks, ensure health and fire department compliance, train staff, manage inventory, participate in menu evolution, and uphold Cru Cellars standards while delivering high-quality dishes with hospitality by example.