Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Mastery

The St Joe Company; Santa Rosa Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WaterColor Resort in Santa Rosa Beach, FL is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan menus with the Executive Chef, and supervise staff to ensure quality and safety.

The role requires strong organizational skills, inventory management, adherence to sanitation rules, and quick decision making during peak service. You will train staff and coordinate with suppliers to maintain fresh ingredients and efficient service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary science or relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Food and Beverage experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak basic English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food to specifications before and during operations.
• Accurately measures and portions all food items. Complies with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Utilizes kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as: knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc.
• Ensures proper food temperatures are maintained and food is stored correctly.
• Ensures freshness and quality of all menu items.
• Packages all products to proper specifications.
• Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines.
• Keeps workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
• Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Sets up and operates kitchen equipment.
• Uses waste control guidelines and records all waste on spoilage sheet.
• Manage all activities in the kitchen, including food preparation and production, and management and training of kitchen staff.
• Ensure efficient, cost‑effective operation and profitability of food production.
• Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure they are clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order.
• Ensure that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner.
• Assume the role as Executive Chef in his or her absence.
• Assure adherence to all standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation in conjunction with the specifications.
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately.
• Maintain high morale amongst the culinary team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Resourcefulness

Problem solving

Stress Management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in culinary science or relevant field

Job description

WaterColor Resort in Santa Rosa Beach, FL is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan menus with the Executive Chef, and supervise staff to ensure quality and safety.

The role requires strong organizational skills, inventory management, adherence to sanitation rules, and quick decision making during peak service. You will train staff and coordinate with suppliers to maintain fresh ingredients and efficient service.