Sous Chef

Davidson Hospitality Group • Key Largo, FL

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Baker's Cay Resort in Key Largo, Florida, is seeking a passionate and creative Sous Chef to collaborate with the culinary team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The Sous Chef communicates daily with the Executive Chef about planning, staffing, and internal procedures; completes daily food requisitions and specials; and assists with hiring, training, and coaching team members. The role also contributes to menu development, inventory management, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring dishes are prepared to perfection.

The resort describes its environment as a nature-inspired oceanfront property focused on hospitality, kindness, and guest service. Davidson Hospitality Group offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth and development. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug test and background check; the company participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen; hotel or resort experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• College degree or certification in a culinary or hospitality field is preferred.
• Experience in a hotel or resort kitchen is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with the Executive Chef regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures.
• Complete daily food requisitions and prepare daily specials.
• Assist with hiring, training, and coaching the team.
• Contribute to menu development.
• Manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to perfection.
• Deliver exceptional dining experiences in collaboration with the culinary team.

Benefits

• Multiple tiers of medical coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• 24/7 Teladoc service
• Free maintenance medications
• Pet insurance
• Hotel discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, bereavement, and holidays
• 401(k) match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed