Upscale Sous Chef JN -082026-179433

Goodwin Recruiting; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

PTO & Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan

Performance Bonus

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a talented Sous Chef for a renowned Miami classical American steakhouse. You will lead a high-volume kitchen, ensuring flawless execution, superb plate presentation, and strong team leadership in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting.

Join a team that emphasizes cost control, menu collaboration, and adherence to health and safety standards while offering career growth in an established restaurant group.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in high-volume, upscale or fine-dining kitchens.
• Experience in culinary management; Executive Sous Chef experience a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills; lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing culinary team in a fast-paced, upscale environment.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality execution of menu items with impeccable plate presentation.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, focusing on organization, cost control, and product management.
• Uphold all health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with food handling regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership on menu planning, specials, and seasonal updates.

Skills

Leadership

Cost management

Inventory control

Kitchen operations

Microsoft applications

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Aloha POS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef – Classic American Steakhouse

Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to make your mark in a renowned, high-volume upscale restaurant? Our classic American steakhouse, known for its timeless steakhouse favorites and exceptional guest experience, is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our dynamic team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire a high-performing culinary team in a fast-paced, upscale environment
• Ensure consistent, high-quality execution of menu items with impeccable plate presentation
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, focusing on organization, cost control, and product management
• Uphold all health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with food handling regulations
• Collaborate with leadership on menu planning, specials, and seasonal updates

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in high-volume, upscale or fine-dining kitchens
• Proven success as part of a culinary management team (Executive Sous Chef experience a plus)
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to lead by example
• Knowledge of cost management, inventory control, and kitchen operations
• Familiarity with Microsoft applications; Aloha POS knowledge is a plus
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Healthcare
• PTO & Paid Vacation
• 401(k) Plan
• Opportunity to grow your career in a respected, high-end restaurant group

$70,000 - $78,000

Join a team where your expertise and leadership will shine and be part of a restaurant that values quality, tradition, and excellence in every detail.

Suzie Coughlin