Sous Chef

Seasons 52; Wesley Chapel (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Short-Term Disability and Life Ins.

2 weeks paid vacation + 5 flex days

Family and Medical Leave

401(k) with match up to 120%

Retirement Plus Benefits

Stock Purchase program

Merchant discounts

Job summary

Seasons 52 in Wesley Chapel, FL seeks a seasoned Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading a high-volume, upscale dining team. You will ensure superb execution of menu items, strict food safety, and a guest-centered service standard.

This role focuses on developing staff, maintaining quality, and contributing to restaurant profitability. Competitive salary, quarterly bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Sous Chef or equivalent in upscale, high-volume settings.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and service, including wine knowledge.
• Ability to develop and lead a diverse kitchen team.
• Knowledge of systems that ensure consistent execution and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead a culinary team to deliver high-quality, great-tasting food.
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and cost-control procedures.
• Support Executive Chef in menu execution and quality management.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Food safety knowledge

Wine knowledge

High-volume service

Job description

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below

The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and profitability. The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job.

Job Requirements

• Proven success as a Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume upscale restaurantor high-end resort restaurant
• Strong passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge, and service
• Proven ability to develop team
• Knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to great execution
• Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression

Benefits

• Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary & quarterly bonus eligibility
• Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacations and up to 5 flex days in your first year
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)
• State Benefits Overview
• After one year of service
• Company 401(k) with a match up to 120% on the first 6% of salary
• Company paid Retirement Plus Benefits
• Darden Employee Stock Purchase program
• Discount program for 1,000 of merchants