Sous Chef - Norwegian (Miami, FL)

Compass Group•Miami, FL

2d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Sous Chef, you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department within a high-volume corporate dining account at Norwegian in Miami, FL. In this role, you will assist in overseeing daily food production, ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation standards. You will contribute to menu planning and execution, including the development of daily features, and oversee the preparation, cooking, and garnishment of a variety of menu items. This position also includes supervising hourly team members, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, and supporting inventory management and ordering processes. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will play a key role in driving culinary innovation, enhancing the guest experience, and delivering a high-quality, efficient dining program. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and entrepreneurial culinary professional looking to grow within a dynamic corporate dining environment,

Nice To Haves

A.S. or equivalent experience
Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
Catering experience preferred
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Must be experienced with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet
Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
Produces and executes catering events
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary team