Sous Chef

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Job summary

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions is seeking a Sous Chef to run the line, lead the pass, and grow within a fast-paced, high-volume full-service kitchen in Fort Lauderdale. Earn $70,000 to $80,000 per year with bonus potential.

You will anchor the kitchen, maintain line sharpness, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on scheduling and labor while ensuring top quality and consistency during peak hours.

Qualifications

• Proven sous chef or senior line cook experience.
• Background in high-volume, full-service kitchens.
• Calm, decisive leadership during a slammed rush.
• Strong knife skills and command of every station.

Responsibilities

• Lead the line through busy lunch and dinner services.
• Coach cooks on prep, plating, and consistency.
• Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory counts.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and station standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on scheduling and labor.

Skills

Sous chef experience

Senior line cook experience

High-volume kitchen leadership

Calm decisive leadership

Job description

Sous Chef: Run the Line, Lead the Pass, Grow Your Career

Love the roar of a packed dining room and a ticket rail that never quits?

This high-volume, full-service restaurant in Fort Lauderdale needs a Sous Chef who thrives when the pace is fast and the standards are high. You will anchor the kitchen, keep the line sharp, and earn a competitive salary of $70,000 to $80,000 per year plus bonus potential.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Salary of $70,000 to $80,000 per year, paid for your skill
• Bonus potential rewarding strong kitchen performance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for your health
• 401(k) and Paid Time Off to plan for the future
• A real path to grow your culinary leadership career

What You'll Do

• Lead the line through busy lunch and dinner services
• Coach cooks on prep, plating, and consistency
• Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory countsEnforce food safety, sanitation, and station standards
• Partner with the Executive Chef on scheduling and labor

What We're Looking For

• Proven sous chef or senior line cook experience
• Background in high-volume, full-service kitchens
• Calm, decisive leadership during a slammed rush
• Strong knife skills and command of every station
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays