Sous Chef (Part-Time)

Legends Global; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a part-time Sous Chef in Pensacola, FL to support the Executive Chef in a high-volume banquet environment. The role is event-driven with early mornings, late nights, and weekends as needed, reporting to the Executive Chef in the Pensacola Bay Center kitchen.

You will lead line and prep cooks, monitor food costs, and ensure safety and quality across all events while maintaining strong guest satisfaction and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Four years' experience in banquet facilities or large-event catering.
• Two-year Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination.
• Current ServSafe Manager Certification and knowledge of safety standards.
• Ability to train and direct cooks; strong communication and organization.
• Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes per Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for each event.
• Assist Executive Chef and supervise line and prep cooks.
• Order, receive, and prep food items while managing costs.
• Maintain kitchen equipment cleanliness and safety protocols.
• Train staff, manage inventories, and support event scheduling.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Communication

Training staff

English proficiency

Food safety

Budget awareness

Education

Two-year Associate Degree in Culinary Arts

Combination of education and experience

Job description

## Sous Chef (Part-Time)Applylocations: Pensacola, FLtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R100123968**POSITION:**Sous Chef**FACILITY:** Pensacola Bay Center**DEPARTMENT:** Food & Beverage**REPORTS TO:** Executive Chef**FLSA STATUS:** Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt**LEGENDS GLOBAL**Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. **Join us!****General Statement of Duties:**Legends Global/Pensacola Bay Center has an immediate opening for a part-time Sous Chef in Pensacola, FL. The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef as the second in command over the culinary department. The work schedule is event driven and may require early morning, late night, and weekend shifts.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Produce required product according to Banquet Event Orders (BEO) for each event* Prepare recipes as directed* Order, receive, and prepare food items while maintaining food costs and budget goals* Maintain all kitchen equipment cleanliness and maintenance* Support all kitchen and stewarding staff* Assist with training of all cooks* Assist with taking monthly inventory* Responsible for kitchen, absence of Executive Chef* Performs other related duties as assigned by venue management**Supervisory Responsibilities**Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include:* Directly Supervise Line and Prep Cooks* Demonstrate supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legends Global policies and applicable laws* Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; reviewing and evaluating performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems**Qualifications**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Ability to communicate well, both written and orally* Foster working relationship with partners, clients, employees, exhibitors, and patrons during employment* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines* Ability to operate industry related equipment* Ability to be creative with food presentations and maintain a quality product* Work under limited supervision to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously while exercising judgment and initiative in addressing complaints and resolving problems* Demonstrate knowledge of standard kitchen practices, procedures and industry terminology* Produce required product according to Banquet Event Orders for each event* Results oriented individual with the ability to meet budgetary goals* Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills* Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule to produce accurate results and meet deadlines* Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic* Dependable team player* Must adhere to local Health Department codes and regulations* Current ServSafe Manager Certification* Enthusiastic self-starter* Ability to learn new skills* Subject to credit and background screening**Education and/or Experience*** Minimum of four (4) years in banquet facility producing meals for large or multiple events* Two-year Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, or combination of education and experience* Previous leadership experience preferred**Skills and Abilities*** Experience and understanding of the principles and procedures related to the coordination and operation of a full-service kitchen in a public assembly environment* Work independently and able to exercise judgment and initiative* Have excellent communication, listening, problem solving, and organizational skills* Able to understand, speak, read, and write English* Ability to interact with all levels of staff, including management, in a friendly, courteous, and polite manner* Ability to train and direct employees to plan and assign work in an efficient and effective manner* Performs all necessary supervisory functions to effectively and efficiently manage the personnel assigned.**WORKING CONDITIONS**Location: On Site at Pensacola Bay Center in Pensacola, FL**Physical Demands**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Walk/stand extensively, kneel, climb stairs, balance, and maneuver throughout the various areas and surfaces of the venue* Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or occasionally more with assistance* Must be able to hear and speak to use a two-way radio* Work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed* Reach with arms and hands to finger, handle, or manipulate kitchen tools, hardware and equipment.* Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or occasionally more with assistance.* Work inside and outside the building is required, with possible exposure to adverse conditions* Able to work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.**NOTE:**The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.*Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.*