Lead Sous Chef — Elevate Kitchen Team

Boca; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Boca is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee food preparation and cooking, and assist with hiring and training kitchen staff. The role requires strong cooking skills, leadership, and adherence to health and safety standards in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities include managing inventory, ensuring quality, and maintaining clean, organized stations. The position demands flexibility with long hours, weekends, and evenings as business dictates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Health and/or alcohol compliance training.
• Prior experience in a restaurant setting.
• Experience in customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to guest specifications in a timely manner.
• Measure ingredients and portions accurately.
• Ensure staff comply with standards, procedures and sanitation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (knives, grills, ovens, steamers, warmers).
• Manage kitchen inventory and ensure freshness and quality.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and storage.
• Keep workstations and equipment clean and sanitized.
• Assist with opening/closing duties as directed by Executive Chef.

Skills

Exceptional cooking skills

Team leadership

Health & safety standards

Multitasking under pressure

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Restaurant software familiarity

Kitchen equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Health/alcohol compliance training

Restaurant experience

Customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS software

Job description

Boca is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee food preparation and cooking, and assist with hiring and training kitchen staff. The role requires strong cooking skills, leadership, and adherence to health and safety standards in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities include managing inventory, ensuring quality, and maintaining clean, organized stations. The position demands flexibility with long hours, weekends, and evenings as business dictates.