Sous Chef - New Restaurant Opening Soon!
About The Position
Naked Farmer is hiring a Sous Chef for its new West Palm Beach location, expected to open in 2026. Naked Farmer is a farm-to-table restaurant group serving scratch-made, seasonal meals and working to strengthen connections between local farmers and communities. The Sous Chef will support Restaurant Leaders in maintaining culinary and hospitality standards in a scratch-based kitchen, executing recipes and processes consistently, and developing the knowledge and skills of the restaurant team. The role provides kitchen guidance and leadership during busy service periods, helps address guest concerns, and supports the restaurant’s culinary and operational practices. The Sous Chef will participate in pre-shift meetings, manage shifts, train new culinary team members using Naked Farmer’s protocols, and ensure restaurant tasks are completed on time and to quality standards. The position also involves helping coordinate kitchen preparation and inventory, maintaining food safety, and mentoring team members as they develop their culinary skills.
Requirements
- At least one year of leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
- At least two years of cooking experience 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.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt 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 support the culinary team through kitchen expertise, warm hospitality, and a positive demeanor.
- Achieve proficiency at all Naked Farmer stations and consistently execute recipes, processes, and procedures while 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 in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine.
- Learn the restaurant’s ordering systems and assist with managing stock levels for service.
- Open and close the restaurant using checklists and clear communication with the team.
- Address guest concerns with creative and effective solutions.
- Ensure the team follows Department of Health and Naked Farmer food safety protocols.
- Lead through peak service, manage shifts, participate in pre-shift meetings, and train new culinary team members.
- Mentor chefs and help nurture their growth into future restaurant leaders.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and a vibrant work culture.
- Profit-sharing incentives.
- Annual paid vacation.
- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career progression opportunities.
- One 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
