Sous Chef

Naked Farmer Careers; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing incentives

Annual paid vacation

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Career progression

Complimentary Naked Farmer meal

Job summary

Naked Farmer is seeking a Sous Chef in Sarasota, FL to lead and mentor our scratch-based kitchen team, ensuring excellence across all stations and during peak service. You will train, guide, and elevate culinary standards while supporting the Chef de Cuisine and managing shifts with reliability and care.

Ideal candidates have leadership in a high-volume setting, strong culinary skills, and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Experience mentoring and training culinary staff.
• Proven ability to execute recipes consistently.
• Strong work ethic and teamwork in a bustling setting.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and uplift the culinary team with warm hospitality and a positive attitude.
• Achieve proficiency across Naked Farmer stations by executing recipes and training.
• Oversee prep, inventory, and station setup to ensure quality standards.
• Open/close shifts with checklists and clear communication for smooth service.
• Address guest concerns with creative, effective solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Training & mentoring

High-volume kitchen

Menu execution

Job description

215 N. Cattlemen Road Sarasota, FL 34232

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable meals. Our restaurants celebrate the seasonality of vegetables and the spirit of innovation, striving to create a sustainable food system that strengthens the connection between farmers and the community.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in helping our Restaurant Leaders to foster culinary and hospitality excellence within our scratch-based kitchen. Your passion for cooking delicious food will be a cornerstone as you seek to perfect your craft at every Naked Farmer station. Through consistent execution of recipes, processes, and active training, you will enhance the collective knowledge of our entire restaurant team.

You will stand as a beacon of guidance and leadership, investing in the development of our team, leading through the rush of peak service times, addressing guest concerns, and embodying the best practices of our culinary and system operations. Your initiative as a mentor and leader in the kitchen will shine through as you engage in pre-shift meetings, manage shifts, and train new culinary team members according to Naked Farmer's training protocols. Your oversight will ensure that tasks throughout the restaurant are completed punctually and to our quality standards.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and a vibrant work culture
• Profit-sharing incentives
• Annual paid vacation
• 401(k)
• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for career progression within our rapidly growing company
• A complimentary Naked Farmer meal daily

At Naked Farmer, we are cultivating the next generation chefs. Our scratch-based kitchens are a hub for individuals passionate about real, good food. Your passion for cooking delicious food will be evident as you are a farmer of people who enjoys helping other chefs master various cooking stations, ensuring each recipe is prepared consistently to showcase the best of the season. You will inspire and lead those eager to share their love for cooking and transform others into skilled chefs. If you are driven by a sense of purpose and a craving for shaping the future of food, join us on our mission to build a better food system.

YOU WILL:

• Inspire and uplift our culinary team by showcasing your expertise in the kitchen, providing warm hospitality, and maintaining a positive demeanor.
• Achieve proficiency at all Naked Farmer stations by consistently executing recipes, processes, and procedures, and by actively engaging in training to enhance the team's overall knowledge.
• Exhibit command over all menu items by preparing seasonal dishes according to our established recipes and standards.
• Coordinate prep lists and waste logs, contribute to food inventory, and maintain a well-stocked and orderly walk-in in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Acquire knowledge of the restaurant's ordering systems to assist in managing stock levels required for service.
• Effectively open and close the restaurant with the aid of checklists and in-depth communication with the team to ensure a smooth shift.
• Address guest concerns with creative and effective solutions.
• Guarantee that the team upholds the Department of Health and Naked Farmer's food safety protocols.

YOU HAVE:

• A passion for real, good food and a willingness to learn new culinary skills.
• At least one year of leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Two or more years of experience cooking in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary abilities, while remaining open to learning and coaching.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and the ability to execute job duties effectively.
• Capable of meeting the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• A team player who is willing to contribute wherever needed.
• Respect and appreciation for your coworkers.
• A commitment to mentor chefs and nurture their growth into future restaurant leaders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the agility to adapt to new challenges.
• A keen eye for detail, ensuring excellence in every task.
• A reliable and optimistic, caring personality.

ABOUT NAKED FARMER:

Born during a global pandemic, Naked Farmer quickly adapted, delivering fresh food directly from farm to doorstep. Our ethos is founded on resilience, transparency, and telling the story of the farmers behind our local food supply. With a commitment to becoming 100% locally-sourced, we are now embarking on an expansion phase, opening new locations and furthering our mission of transparency in sourcing and cooking while supporting local farmers, communities, and chefs.

And yes, all employees enjoy complimentary Naked Farmer meals every day—don't miss out on the sweet potatoes.

Join us as we build the future of food together.