Sous Chef - Latitude

Black Desert Resort•Ivins, UT

1d•$65,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sous Chef at Latitude, Black Desert Resort’s signature dining venue in Southern Utah, supports the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing daily kitchen operations and service execution. The role helps ensure high-quality food preparation, consistent presentation, efficient service, and compliance with food safety standards. The Sous Chef provides hands-on leadership, supervises and develops kitchen staff, supports menu execution and operational excellence, and upholds the resort’s ultra-premium culinary standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary experience in upscale or resort environments.
Prior supervisory or kitchen leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety practices.
Experience managing service flow in high-volume environments.
ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing daily kitchen operations and service execution.
Supervise culinary staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.
Ensure dishes follow recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
Monitor food preparation during service to maintain consistency and timing.
Assist with menu development, seasonal updates, and daily specials.
Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and compliance with health department regulations.
Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering and product management.
Support labor management, including staff scheduling and shift coordination.
Conduct training and mentor culinary team members.
Maintain kitchen organization, cleanliness, and safety standards.
Assist with cost control, waste reduction, and portion management.
Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to support seamless service.
Participate in pre-shift meetings and daily culinary briefings.
Uphold Black Desert Resort’s ultra-premium culinary standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.