Sous Chef - Food Hall

Evermore Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Life Insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off policy

Affordable health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

A luxury vacation destination in Orlando is seeking a skilled culinary manager to lead kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of upscale kitchen experience and a strong spirit of hospitality. You will assist in training staff, develop menus, and ensure food safety standards. This dynamic role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in an inclusive work culture focused on remarkable service.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience in an upscale kitchen.
• Culinary degree preferred for better understanding of kitchen roles.
• Must be ServSafe certified to ensure food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training and supervising kitchen personnel.
• Develop menus with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Ensure kitchens are clean, organized and well stocked.

Skills

5+ years’ experience in an upscale kitchen

Ability to work weekends and holidays

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Spirit of Hospitality

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary degree preferred

SERV Safe Certified

Job description

Shape the Next Generation of Vacations!

Welcome to Evermore Orlando Resort—the resort that’s redefining the Orlando vacation experience. Just steps away from Walt Disney World®, Evermore stretches across 1,100 acres and offers a one‑of‑a‑kind blend of spacious, upscale vacation homes, flats, and villas alongside the luxurious Conrad hotel. Our Team Members are true trailblazers, reimagining the vacation experience for each guest. Here, guests create their own adventure, enjoying the best of both worlds: the space and comforts of vacation home rentals combined with the amenities and services of a world‑class resort. Evermore is Orlando’s ultimate game changer. In a city known for its theme parks and endless lines, Evermore is the paradise guests crave on their days between park visits. Imagine endless relaxation around Orlando’s first and only beach paradise, Evermore Bay. Our stunning 8-acre crystal‑clear lagoon is framed by zero‑entry swim zones, beach bars, private cabanas, cozy firepits, and 20 acres of white sand. From beachside bars to a vibrant food hall and rooftop dining with views of the fireworks, we’ve crafted unforgettable experiences. Guests can challenge themselves on 2 Jack Nicklaus championship golf courses, enjoy water sports including kayaks and paddleboards, a family water slide, rope swing, and activities that fill their days including pickleball, bocce ball, and volleyball.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with training and supervising kitchen and utility personnel with an emphasis on upholding the Evermore Culture in all our offerings.
• Works with Chef de Cuisine to develop menus.
• Prepares meats and seafood for line and special functions.
• Prepares all sauces, stocks, chili and soups.
• Prepares food orders.
• Supervises the receiving of product to ensure proper quality and quantity is delivered.
• Ensures daily prep, production, and cleaning checklists are completed according to standards.
• Maintains the highest level of security and safety standards for both our guests and Team Members
• Schedules associates based on business volume.
• Ensures that both kitchens and storage areas are clean, organized, and well stocked, and maintains all par levels.
• Ensures that all food products are used on a timely basis.
• Prepares food in accordance with Evermore recipes.
• Aids and assists other areas of the kitchen as needed.
• Sets up, maintains, breaks down and cleans workstations.
• Serves items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.
• Communicates effectively in a spirit of teamwork and partnership with our Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chefs, and Team Members
• Ensures that assigned workstations and equipment are clean and sanitary.
• Maintains neat professional appearance and always observes personal cleanliness rules.
• Requisitions supplies needed to produce items on menu.
• Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations.
• Covers, dates and properly stores all products.
• Assists with other duties as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine.
• Works closely with the Outlet Manager to supervise both Front of the House and Kitchen as schedule dictates

Education, Skills And Experience

• High School Diploma
• 5+ years’ experience in an upscale kitchen
• 2 years’ management experience
• Culinary degree preferred.
• SERV Safe Certified
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and rotating schedule.
• Ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Ability to maintain composure and objectivity in all situations.
• Must be effective in handling opportunities in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding and clarifying concerns and issues raised by Team Members and guests.
• Must have the Spirit of Hospitality and enjoy Guest Service, to both our internal and external guests.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, and/or reach repeatedly.
• Able to safely lift, pull and push over 40 pounds.
• Able to be on your feet and move around for long periods at a time.
• Manual dexterity of hand to use all equipment.
• Ability to perform duties with varying temperature ranges.
• Sense of smell

Our Work Culture & Environment

We promote a work environment where Team Members thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, bring curiosity and dedication to deliver remarkable service, and have a sense of humor to enjoy the journey. We create a work culture that is inclusive, team-focused, committed to Evermore’s core values—Easy on Purpose, Unexpected Delight, and Service Savvy—and fosters a culture built on TOGETHERNESS.

At Evermore, your role isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something groundbreaking, a revolution in travel, and we need passionate individuals to help us bring this vision to life! We’re building a whole new class of hospitality in Orlando, so we’re looking for Team Members who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, bring curiosity and dedication to deliver remarkable service, and have a sense of humor to enjoy the journey. As an Evermore Team Member, you’ll be part of an inclusive, collaborative workplace where we are dedicated to setting a new standard for professionalism and fostering a culture of TOGETHERNESS.

We offer our Team Members competitive pay, along with a range of benefits including FREE Life Insurance, FREE Short-Term Disability, FREE Long-Term Disability. Additionally, we provide affordable health benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for your dependents. Furthermore, we offer a 401K with employer match, a robust paid time off policy, parental and grandparent leave, as well as family and pet bereavement leave.

Are you ready to join the team that’s redefining how to vacation? Join us today! We can’t wait to meet you!

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