Sous Chef Crafty Hospitality - 5.0 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time $40,000 - $50,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Food provided Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Line cook experience Teamwork Food service health code compliance Fine dining experience Team leadership Safety regulations Production safety compliance Cost control Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Inventory tracking for food cost management Attention to detail Production management Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Restaurant cost management Full Job Description Overview Join our dynamic culinary team as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will elevate our dining experience to new heights. In this energetic role, you will assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, supervising food preparation, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. Your expertise in fine dining, catering, and food management will be instrumental in delivering exceptional service and memorable meals to our guests. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary career within a vibrant hospitality environment committed to excellence. Duties Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, including shift management and team coordination Supervise food production, ensuring dishes meet quality standards and presentation expectations Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and portion control to optimize food costs and minimize waste Manage inventory control and ordering processes to maintain adequate stock levels while controlling expenses Enforce food safety sanitizing procedures and ensure compliance with all health regulations Lead by example in serving guests, maintaining a high level of hospitality and professionalism Coordinate catering events, banquets, and special functions with attention to detail and timely execution Experience Proven supervising experience in a fast-paced culinary environment, preferably within fine dining or catering settings Broad culinary experience with a strong background in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management Demonstrated leadership skills in managing teams of cooks effectively Experience with inventory management, cost control, and food safety procedures is essential Previous restaurant or hospitality management experience is highly desirable Knowledge of food service management systems, menu planning, shift scheduling, and food handling regulations Embark on a rewarding culinary journey where your leadership fuels our passion for exceptional cuisine. We value energetic professionals dedicated to delivering outstanding service while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment. Join us to make a lasting impact through your culinary expertise!

Pay:

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Food provided

Work Location:

In person