Sous Chef

HMSHost; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sous Chef, where you will oversee kitchen operations and manage food production processes. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while offering exciting career growth opportunities. You will supervise staff, assist in menu planning, and ensure compliance with standards. With a focus on teamwork and effective communication, this position is perfect for those with a passion for culinary excellence. Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making this an attractive opportunity in the vibrant hospitality industry.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal and Transportation Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in kitchen operations and staff supervision.
• Serve Safe Management certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily kitchen activities and staff.
• Promote safety and sanitation, inspect food handling.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Team management

Delegation

Issue resolution

Coaching

Motivation skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Post-secondary culinary training

Brand certification

Tools

HACCP procedures

Food handling standards

Job description

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• *401(k) retirement plan with company match
• *Company paid life insurance
• *Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

*Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

Airport Location: Orlando Airport F&B

Advertised Compensation: $62,692.00 to $76,623.00

Position: Sous Chef

Code: BF1031

Summary:

The Sous Chef assists with overseeing a kitchen with complex operations and manages the kitchen’s food and production processes. This position involves food preparation, seasoning, cooking, supervising kitchen staff, and other responsibilities as directed by management. It is an exempt position, typically reporting to the Restaurant Chef, depending on local requirements.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in supervising daily kitchen activities, assign responsibilities, and set deadlines for timely completion
2. Promote safety and sanitation, inspect food handling, establish safe practices, and follow HACCP procedures
3. Assist with menu planning, inventory management, and supplies
4. Maintain cost control, service, and quality standards to maximize sales and profits
5. Ensure compliance with company, franchise, and regulatory standards, and that all products are prepared and presented per brand or company standards
6. Serve as a resource for resolving complex problems and issues
7. Provide recommendations for hiring, firing, promotions, and other staff status changes
8. Maintain effective communication and positive relations with staff, including performance reviews, discipline, and development programs
9. Provide high-quality customer service, ensuring staff training and support for customer satisfaction and product quality

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:

1. High School diploma or GED; post-secondary culinary training preferred; brand certification a plus
2. 3 to 5 years of experience in kitchen operations and staff supervision
3. Serve Safe Management certification required
4. Team management, delegation, issue resolution, coaching, and motivation skills
5. Strong organization and multi-tasking abilities
6. Ability to speak, read, and comprehend instructions, policies, and communicate effectively

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V). Drug-Free Workplace (DFW).

Source: HMSHost