Sous Chef Las Olas

Naked Farmer; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group in Fort Lauderdale seeks a Sous Chef. The role involves culinary leadership, mentoring, and ensuring quality standards in a vibrant kitchen environment. Join a passionate team dedicated to sustainable food practices.

Benefits

Competitive salary and vibrant work culture

Profit-sharing incentives

Annual paid vacation

Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities for career progression

Complimentary Naked Farmer meal daily

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and uplift the culinary team by showcasing expertise.
• Exhibit command over all menu items by preparing seasonal dishes.
• Ensure the team upholds food safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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Salary: $58-$62K

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations across Florida, 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.

SOUS CHEF

Location: 111 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Salary: $58-$62K

Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations across Florida, 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 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 peak service times, addressing guest concerns, and embodying best practices of our culinary and system operations. Your initiative as a mentor and leader will shine through as you engage in pre-shift meetings, manage shifts, and train new culinary team members according to Naked Farmer's protocols. Your oversight will ensure tasks are completed punctually and to quality standards.

BENEFITS:

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

At Naked Farmer, we are cultivating the next generation of chefs. Our kitchens are hubs for individuals passionate about real, good food. Your passion for cooking will be evident as you help other chefs master various 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 driven by purpose and a desire to shape the future of food, join us in building a better food system.

YOU WILL:

• Inspire and uplift our culinary team by showcasing your expertise, providing warm hospitality, and maintaining a positive demeanor.
• Achieve proficiency at all Naked Farmer stations by executing recipes, processes, and procedures, and actively engaging in training.
• Exhibit command over all menu items by preparing seasonal dishes according to established recipes and standards.
• Coordinate prep lists and waste logs, contribute to food inventory, and maintain a well-stocked walk-in in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Assist in managing stock levels by acquiring knowledge of ordering systems.
• Open and close the restaurant effectively using checklists and communication with the team to ensure smooth shifts.
• Address guest concerns with creative and effective solutions.
• Ensure the team upholds food safety protocols in line with the Department of Health and Naked Farmer standards.

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, open to learning and coaching.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and effective job execution.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• A team player willing to contribute wherever needed.
• Respect and appreciation for coworkers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to mentoring chefs and nurturing future leaders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability.
• Keen eye for detail to ensure excellence in every task.
• A reliable, optimistic, and 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 our local farmers. We aim to be 100% locally-sourced and are expanding, opening new locations to support local farmers, communities, and chefs. Currently operating six restaurants, with plans to add six more across Florida in the next 18 months.

All employees enjoy complimentary Naked Farmer meals daily—don't miss the sweet potatoes!

Join us as we build the future of food together.