Sous Chef (Sea Captain's House)

The Long Bay Resort; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical and Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Scholarship program

Tuition Reimbursement

Resort accommodations discount

Job summary

Sea Captain’s House is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead a fast-paced team. You will supervise prep and service, manage schedules, ensure recipe accuracy, and uphold food safety standards in a high-volume restaurant.

We value strong culinary knowledge, versatility across stations, and the ability to mentor staff. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is appreciated in our resort-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a comparable kitchen leadership role.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen setting.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen equipment, and safety protocols, including DHEC policies.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during prep and service.
• Create and manage schedules for back-of-house staff, ensuring proper coverage for all shifts, prep work and service periods.
• Ensure all food is prepared to recipe standards and presented correctly.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and compliance with SCDA, DHEC and local health department standards.
• Monitor and manage ticket times to maintain smooth service flow and ensure guests receive food promptly and at the proper temperature.
• Assist with ordering, inventory control and minimizing waste.
• Help plan and execute daily specials, banquets, or special events.
• Train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks and dish team members.
• Monitor line efficiency, station setup and food timing during service.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Kitchen leadership

High-volume kitchen

Culinary techniques

Food safety (DHEC)

Multistation proficiency

ServSafe certification preferred

Teamwork

Communication

Endurance for long shifts

Job description

Sea Captain’s House has been a favorite of the Grand Strand for over 60 years. We are a high-volume, fast-paced, award-winning, oceanfront restaurant that is looking for an experienced leader to join our award-winning culinary team! The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency and presentation meet established standards. This role helps lead, train and support the culinary team while maintaining a clean, organized and efficient kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during prep and service
• Create and manage schedules for back-of-house staff, ensuring proper coverage for all shifts, prep work and service periods
• Ensure all food is prepared to recipe standards and presented correctly
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and compliance with SCDA, DHEC and local health department standards
• Monitor and manage ticket times to maintain smooth service flow and ensure guests receive food promptly and at the proper temperature
• Assist with ordering, inventory control and minimizing waste
• Help plan and execute daily specials, banquets, or special events
• Train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks and dish team members
• Monitor line efficiency, station setup and food timing during service
• Other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?

• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality business, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the resort, including weekends and holidays
• Prior experience in a comparable kitchen leadership role
• Prior experience working in a high-volume kitchen setting
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen equipment, and safety protocols, including DHEC policies
• Accustomed to working multiple stations
• ServSafe Certified preferred
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Proficient in handling and overseeing multiple stations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and stand for long periods of time
• Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication, and attention to detail
• Proficiency with computers and general office PC applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, databases)
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with guests, coworkers, and supervisors

What can you look forward to?

All team members enjoy WEEKLY PAY!

Qualifying team members may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical and Dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance plans (ex. Vision, Life, etc…)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• David L. Brittain Scholarship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Resort Accommodations Discount
• And more!

Who are we?

WE ARE MORE THAN JUST A WORKPLACE…

We love what we do! Joining our team means being a part of a flourishing, culturally diverse, and dynamic group of people focused on creating lasting memories. This is a place where friendships blossom and careers soar. As a company, we continue to grow and we hope you will grow with us.

Brittain Resorts & Hotels has been setting the standard for legendary guest satisfaction, property management, and marketing since its roots began in 1943 at the historic Chesterfield Inn in Myrtle Beach, S.C. From the beginning, the Brittain family worked as a team, doing everything from making beds to washing dishes on a busy weekend, creating an environment where integrity and trust are paramount even today. With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, we have fostered a set of core values that guide associate development on a personal and professional level.

Today, Brittain Resorts & Hotels manages a portfolio of over 4,000 rooms across 30+ hotels and resorts, along with 45+ restaurants and bars throughout the United States.

We believe that great service starts with great people. Our dedicated team of talented individuals continuously pushes the boundaries to provide exceptional guest experiences. At BRH, we recognize that our associates are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their success. Whether you’re looking to launch your career or take the next step, we offer rewarding opportunities for growth and advancement in the hospitality and tourism industry.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. We participate in E-Verify.