Sous Chef- Juno Beach - Florida, US

Big Mamma Group; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Potential Bonuses

Dining Discounts

Job summary

Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, developing menus, and ensuring consistency in every dish for Ballyhoo Hospitality & Big Mamma Group's opening in Juno Beach, FL, delivering warm, Italian-inspired hospitality.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in a similar role, strong verbal and written communication, leadership and organizational skills, inventory and food-cost experience, and a passion for evolving menus and team development.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in same or similar position.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational abilities.
• Experience in managing inventory and food cost.
• Experience in creative and dynamic menu development.
• Food Handler Certification.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a respectful work environment and foster professional development for culinary staff.
• Recruit and oversee the training of culinary personnel.
• Manage weekly culinary team schedules.
• Supervise line staff to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Manage employee performance in accordance with restaurant policy.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations and standards.
• Contribute to dynamic and seasonally evolving menus.
• Supervise inventory, purchasing, stocking and production.
• Maintain and manage kitchen equipment.
• Assist in managing food and labor costs.
• Facilitate communication among kitchen, front-of-house staff, and management.
• Resolve kitchen-related issues and challenges.
• Ensure efficient kitchen workflow and service.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Scheduling

Organizational skills

Leadership

Menu development

Team development

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Sous Chef

Juno Beach, FL

Required Years Of Experience

Minimum of two years

Mission

Ballyhoo Hospitality & Big Mamma Group are currently seeking a talented and hospitality and culinary focused Executive Sous Chef to join our opening team in Juno Beach.

About Ballyhoo Hospitality

Founded in 2009 by Ryan and Anna O'Donnell, Ballyhoo Hospitality is a Chicago-based restaurant group operating 15 neighborhood-driven concepts across Chicago and the suburbs. Led today by Ryan O'Donnell and Partner Jon Farrer, Ballyhoo is built on warm, personal hospitality, honest cuisine, and deep community investment. The group expands intentionally, preserving the individuality of each concept while staying rooted in the belief that great hospitality is shaped by passionate teams, loyal guests, and the neighborhoods they serve.

About Big Mamma Group

The Big Mamma Squadra is a family of over 2,200 people, all of whom share a passion for Italy. Our common goal? To give you the best moment of your day. If you've visited us before, you know that we love creating incredible dishes in a warm, lively atmosphere. If you don't know us yet, then an unforgettable moment awaits you. A company like ours thrives on the unique personalities that shape it. And that's exactly the kind of person we're looking for. If you have great charisma, if you know little about gastronomy, but pizza is your life, or if you simply have a special talent for recognising pasta shapes - then you've come to the right place. To know more about us: https://www.bigmammagroup.com/

Job Summary

Executive Sous Chef supports Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, developing innovative menus, and creating consistency in every dish. Executive Sous Chef possesses a comprehensive understanding of the restaurant's culinary philosophy, leads with integrity and demonstrates meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, and Dining Discounts.

Essential Job Functions

These job functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties; additional duties may be assigned.

• Cultivate a respectful work environment and foster professional development for culinary staff
• Recruit and oversee the training of culinary personnel
• Manage weekly culinary team schedules
• Supervise line staff to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Manage employee performance accordance with restaurant policy
• Ensure the kitchen operates in compliance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene regulations and standards
• Contribute to the development of a dynamic and seasonally evolving menu
• Supervise weekly inventory, purchasing, stocking and production
• Maintain and manage kitchen equipment
• Support Executive Chef in managing food and labor costs
• Facilitate effective communication among kitchen staff, front-of-house staff, and management
• Assist in the resolution of kitchen-related issues and challenges
• Ensure efficient kitchen workflow and service

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in same or similar position
• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess superior time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational abilities.
• Experience in managing inventory and food cost
• Experience in creative and dynamic menu development
• Food Handler Certification

To perform this job successfully, the Sous Chef must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• 4 years of experience in same or similar position
• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess superior time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and friendly environment.
• Gain valuable experience in the hospitality industry.
• Be part of a team that values growth and development.

Ballyhoo Hospitality Group & Big Mamma Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.