Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen Operations & Menu Planning

Lake Roosevelt Adventures; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Roosevelt Adventures in Naples, FL is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Chef and serve as second in command in the kitchen. The role develops menus, schedules, and ensures high-quality service.

You will plan and forecast portions, control costs, supervise culinary staff, maintain inventory, and uphold safety and sanitation standards to meet client objectives and customer needs. A culinary or related degree is preferred, and a High School Diploma is required; Food Safety Certification is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; culinary or associate’s degree preferred.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Strong sanitation habits and customer-service orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients and staff.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and developing menus and forecasting portions.
• Analyze and cost food items against budget goals.
• Recruit, supervise, train, and direct culinary staff.
• Control expenses and maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Ensure safe food production, handling, and sanitation standards.
• Plan and supervise culinary work to ensure timely, quality prep.

Skills

Menu planning

Food cost analysis

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Culinary/Associate’s degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Lake Roosevelt Adventures in Naples, FL is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Chef and serve as second in command in the kitchen. The role develops menus, schedules, and ensures high-quality service.

You will plan and forecast portions, control costs, supervise culinary staff, maintain inventory, and uphold safety and sanitation standards to meet client objectives and customer needs. A culinary or related degree is preferred, and a High School Diploma is required; Food Safety Certification is