Sous Chef

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacations

Sick leave

Public holidays

Job summary

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa in Florida is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook. The role requires handling high-volume kitchen operations and delivering fine dining banquet service with attention to quality and presentation.

We value strong sanitation practices, flexibility to work weekends/holidays, and the ability to collaborate with the Chef and Food & Beverage team to ensure flawless events for guests.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fine dining banquet environments.
• Experience working in a high-volume kitchen setting with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent food presentation and quality for banquets.
• Manage food cost and waste controls.
• Uphold sanitation standards and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
• Calibrate thermometers and monitor temperature logs.
• Collaborate with Chef and Food & Beverage managers for events.

Skills

Fine dining

High-volume kitchen

Banquet service

Food safety

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization

The Safety Harbor Resort and Spa offers luxurious accommodations with breathtaking views of Tampa Bay and the City of Tampa. With state-of-the-art meeting facilities, memorable wedding venues, Spa services to rejuvenate the body and soul, world class wellness center, swimming pools filled with our own mineral springs, indoor lounge and bayfront Tiki bar and much more, we are always looking for exceptional team members who work well with others and provide an unforgettable experience for our guests.

• We have proven success since 1924. Work surrounding the breathtaking views of Tampa Bay, enjoy world class wellness benefits, medical, vision and dental insurance.
• Paid vacations, sick leave and public holidays and many other benefits.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Category Food & Beverage

Position Banquet Cook

Description

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef, with at least 5 years of experience in fine dining cooking and comfortable working in a high-volume kitchen. Must be able to work flexible shifts, weekends and holidays.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consistency to maintain food presentation, food quality, food production, portion
• Control and food cost 'waste'. And food sanitation audit controls and practices
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook and attend pre shift meetings
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Chef/Sous Chef/and Food & Beverage Managers. While maintaining open lines of communication and support for the kitchen Management
• Consistency and quality, which adheres to any special dietary regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong preparation knowledge and al cart fine dining skills
• Previously worked in a similar kitchen environment and maintain a clean and tidy work

Area

• Good knowledge of sanitation and local health authority requirements
• Food managers' certification if possible or food handlers' card or equivalent
• 3 or more years culinary experience in same or similar position
• Follow instruction and any lists that are given asking any questions if clarification is needed