Lead Sous Chef: Innovative Menus, 401K & Benefits

Olympia Hospitality; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Earned wage access

Employee assistance program

Travel discounts

Job summary

Olympia Hospitality in Winter Park, FL, is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to lead culinary operations under the guidance of the Executive Chef. You will help develop innovative menus, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and cost control in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to recipes, and continuous improvement. Join a values-driven hospitality group that supports employee well-being, with competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Must have strong culinary and cooking skills across styles.
• Knowledge of food cost analysis, inventory, and labor control.
• Thorough knowledge of kitchen equipment usage.
• Proficient knife, grill, sauté, broiler, expediter skills; garde manger experience.
• Understanding of minimizing waste and cost in food production.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus.
• Contribute to menu planning, testing, and cost control.
• Oversee food prep and ensure adherence to recipes and safety standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff across various culinary tasks.
• Coordinate ordering, inventory, production scheduling, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen environment and health compliance.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff; provide coaching and feedback.
• Conduct training on culinary techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor quality, presentation, and taste through regular checks.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food cost control

Kitchen equipment

Knife and line cook skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree desirable

Job description

Olympia Hospitality in Winter Park, FL, is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to lead culinary operations under the guidance of the Executive Chef. You will help develop innovative menus, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and cost control in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to recipes, and continuous improvement. Join a values-driven hospitality group that supports employee well-being, with competitive benefits