Sous Chef

The Sunny Hotel; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Sunny, a Curio Collection by Hilton, is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen in Sunny Isles Beach. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef on planning, staffing, and internal procedures, while handling daily requisitions and specials.

Join us to hire, train, and coach a talented team, contribute to menu development, manage inventory, and ensure every dish meets our standards in a vibrant beachfront setting.

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations

Responsibilities

• Lead daily with the Executive Chef for planning, staffing, and internal procedures
• Complete daily food requisitions and daily specials
• Assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team
• Play an integral role in menu development
• Manage inventory and maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared to perfection

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Multitasking

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

The Sunny, a Curio Collection by Hilton, is a vibrant oceanfront destination in Sunny Isles Beach, offering a fresh take on the modern South Florida resort experience. The 340-room hotel combines thoughtful design, elevated hospitality, and a dynamic culinary scene with lively social spaces designed for both hotel guests and the local community.

With multiple dining concepts, a strong food and beverage program, and an engaging beachfront setting, The Sunny is designed to be more than a place to stay—it’s a destination where guests can connect, relax, and experience the energy of Sunny Isles Beach.

If you’re passionate about hospitality, energized by growth, and excited to create meaningful guest experiences, we invite you to explore your future with The Sunny.

Join us and help shape the future of beachfront hospitality in Sunny Isles Beach.

Overview

Accelerate your culinary career and join our team as a Sous Chef! We are seeking a passionate and creative individual who will collaborate with our talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a keen attention to detail. As a Sous Chef, you will communicate daily with the Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures, complete daily food requisitions and daily specials, and assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team. You will also play an integral role in menu development, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award‑winning, full‑service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well‑being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays)
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.