Sous Chef - New Restaurant Opening Soon!
About The Position
Naked Farmer is hiring a Sous Chef for its new West Palm Beach location, scheduled to open in 2026. Naked Farmer is a farm-to-table restaurant group serving scratch-made, healthy, affordable meals and working to strengthen the connection between farmers and communities. The Sous Chef supports Restaurant Leaders in maintaining culinary and hospitality standards in a scratch-based kitchen. The role involves mastering restaurant stations, preparing seasonal dishes to established recipes and standards, and developing the skills of the culinary team through training and mentorship. The Sous Chef provides guidance during peak service, manages shifts, participates in pre-shift meetings, addresses guest concerns, and helps ensure restaurant tasks are completed on time and to quality standards. The position also supports kitchen preparation, waste tracking, inventory, stock management, and opening and closing procedures. The Sous Chef helps uphold Department of Health and Naked Farmer food safety protocols. Naked Farmer describes its kitchens as scratch-based and its mission as building a better food system through transparency, local sourcing, and support for farmers, communities, and chefs.
Requirements
- At least one year of leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
- At least two years of experience cooking in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- Strong culinary abilities and openness to learning and coaching.
- Strong work ethic and ability to execute job duties effectively.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to contribute wherever needed as a team player.
- Respect and appreciation for coworkers.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to mentoring chefs and supporting their growth into future restaurant leaders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to new challenges.
- Attention to detail.
- Reliable, optimistic, and caring personality.
- Passion for real, good food and willingness to learn new culinary skills.
Responsibilities
- Inspire and uplift the culinary team through kitchen expertise, warm hospitality, and a positive demeanor.
- Master Naked Farmer stations by consistently executing recipes, processes, and procedures and participating in training.
- Prepare seasonal menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Coordinate prep lists and waste logs, contribute to food inventory, and maintain a well-stocked, orderly walk-in with the Chef de Cuisine.
- Learn the restaurant's ordering systems and assist with managing stock levels needed for service.
- Open and close the restaurant using checklists and clear team communication.
- Address guest concerns with creative and effective solutions.
- Ensure the team follows Department of Health and Naked Farmer food safety protocols.
- Mentor culinary team members and help develop their skills.
- Lead through peak service times, manage shifts, participate in pre-shift meetings, and train new culinary team members according to company protocols.
- Ensure restaurant tasks are completed punctually and meet quality standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and vibrant work culture.
- Profit-sharing incentives.
- Annual paid vacation.
- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunities for career progression within the company.
- A complimentary Naked Farmer meal daily.
- Flexible work schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
