Sous Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Guest Experience

SSA Group; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

On-Demand Pay

Meal Plan & Employee Discounts

Job summary

SSA Group is hiring a Sous Chef for Zoo Miami to lead culinary operations on site. You will supervise kitchen staff, assist in menu pricing, and ensure high-quality products for events and dining locations.

You will also estimate consumption, train staff, and maintain sanitary practices to meet health regulations. The role requires three years of food prep experience, ServSafe or equivalent certification, HAACP knowledge, and culinary training.

Qualifications

• Three years of food preparation experience required.
• ServSafe or Food Handling certification preferred.
• Knowledge of HAACP and culinary training required.
• Ability to manage a team and menu preparation.

Responsibilities

• Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client.
• Create Competitive quality products.
• Supervise and participate in creating high-quality products for events and food service locations.
• Assist in menu pricing and preparation.
• Estimate food consumption for events and request necessary products.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques.
• Train, coach, counsel, and resolve problems.
• Comply with all food safety regulations and practices.
• Implement and enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures.
• Support the management of payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines.
• Oversee quality, product levels, and inventory of products.
• Manage employees in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Incorporate sustainable resources into the culinary selections.
• Perform specialty projects as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Respond to guest requests and take action to ensure client satisfaction.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Office software

Education

Three years of food preparation experience

ServSafe or Food Handler certification

Knowledge of HAACP

Culinary training

Tools

HAACP knowledge

Job description

SSA Group is hiring a Sous Chef for Zoo Miami to lead culinary operations on site. You will supervise kitchen staff, assist in menu pricing, and ensure high-quality products for events and dining locations.

You will also estimate consumption, train staff, and maintain sanitary practices to meet health regulations. The role requires three years of food prep experience, ServSafe or equivalent certification, HAACP knowledge, and culinary training.