Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager

SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY — NO EXCEPTIONS

We are seeking a professional Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef who leads with integrity, accountability, and a safety-first mindset. This role is responsible for enforcing all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards, including mandatory use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and strict adherence to operational procedures.

This is a leadership position for someone who sets the standard — not someone who needs to be managed.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef oversees daily kitchen operations, leads the line during service, and ensures all systems, standards, and SOPs are executed consistently. This role works closely with the Food and Beverage Director and the Executive Chef to maintain a clean, safe, and high-performing kitchen.

Core Responsibilities

Food Safety, Sanitation & PPE Compliance

Enforce all food safety and health department regulations without exception

Ensure proper and consistent use of PPE:

Gloves (correct use and frequent changing)

Aprons (clean and worn properly)

Non-slip footwear

Cut gloves when required

Maintain strict food handling, labeling, storage, and FIFO practices

Ensure proper handwashing and hygiene standards at all times

Complete, verify, and hold team accountable for all logs (temperature, cleaning, safety)

Address and correct unsafe behavior immediately

Workplace Safety & SOP Enforcement

Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free kitchen environment

Enforce all kitchen SOPs including opening, closing, cleaning, and equipment procedures

Ensure compliance with daily and weekly checklists

Identify and correct hazards proactively (wet floors, clutter, improper tool use)

Ensure safe use of knives, equipment, and chemicals

Document incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions

Kitchen Operations & Execution

Lead the line during service with focus on timing, communication, and quality

Ensure consistency in recipes, portions, and presentation

Oversee prep execution, production levels, and station readiness

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization across all stations

Communicate and resolve equipment or product issues quickly

Leadership & Accountability

Train, coach, and develop team members on standards and expectations

Hold all staff accountable for safety, performance, and professionalism

Address performance or behavior issues immediately and appropriately

Maintain a respectful, professional work environment at all times

Lead by example — this is a working leadership role

Inventory, Organization & Cost Awareness

Assist with inventory counts, ordering, and receiving

Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of all products

Minimize waste through proper handling and planning

Opening & Closing Excellence

Ensure all opening and closing procedures are executed fully and correctly

Verify completion of all cleaning, safety, and operational checklists

Leave the kitchen set up for success for the next shift

Qualifications

2+ years in a kitchen leadership role (Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager)

Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen systems

Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume environment

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to remain professional and composed under pressure

Flexible schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays)

Professional Standards (Read Carefully)

Safety violations, disregard for PPE, or failure to follow procedures will not be tolerated

Unprofessional behavior, lack of accountability, or inability to work as part of a team will not be a fit for this role

This position requires consistency, reliability, and ownership on every shift

What We Value

Leadership through action

Attention to detail

Respect for the team and the workplace

A commitment to doing things the right way — every time

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Starting at $20+/hour, based on experience

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Health benefits available

Professional, team-oriented work environment

Beachside location — work just steps from the ocean

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