Seasoned Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Orchid Island Golf and Beach Club; Orchid (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in supervising all food production across dining outlets and banquets. You will help develop menus, manage costs, and mentor culinary staff in a pristine kitchen environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a professional, team‑oriented demeanor. You will work under an Executive Chef with CIA training to uphold quality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary experience across kitchen operations.
• A degree from a post-secondary culinary arts program is preferred.
• Food Managers Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise kitchen staff to ensure adherence to recipes, portions, and presentation.
• Place orders with purveyors based on business levels and menus.
• Assist with budgeted payroll and cost control for food and labor.
• Assist with menu writing, inventories, pricing, and requisitioning for production.
• Run the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Budget management

Sanitation and safety

English proficiency

Education

Culinary arts degree

Tools

Food safety training

Job description

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in supervising all food production across dining outlets and banquets. You will help develop menus, manage costs, and mentor culinary staff in a pristine kitchen environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a professional, team‑oriented demeanor. You will work under an Executive Chef with CIA training to uphold quality and guest satisfaction.