Sous Chef | Upscale Modern American Restaurant

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A highly acclaimed, upscale modern American restaurant in Tampa is seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join its dynamic culinary team. This confidential opportunity offers the chance to grow with a prestigious hospitality group known for bold flavors, elevated presentations, and exceptional guest experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations in a high-volume, full-scratch kitchen featuring live fire cooking.
• Support a busy operation generating over $8M in annual sales.
• Assist in menu execution, inventory management, and food cost (COGS) control.
• Supervise a large kitchen team while maintaining consistency, high culinary standards, and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with leadership on menu development, seasonal specials, and kitchen systems improvements.
• Manage and utilize operational platforms including Restaurant 365, HotSchedules, Toast POS, and 3rd party delivery apps.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and company brand standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or strong Lead Line Cook in a high-volume, upscale scratch kitchen.
• Natural use and understanding of professional culinary terminology and techniques.
• Experience working in kitchens that use live fire cooking methods; sushi knowledge is a strong plus, but not required.
• Strong grasp of COGS management fundamentals, inventory, and purchasing practices.
• Open-minded attitude toward mentorship, coaching, and learning at a higher operational level.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility after 30 days)
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time (40 hours) and PTO (96 hours annually)
• Flexible scheduling
• Complimentary shift meals
• Monthly dining comp card ($300)
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Long-term career growth opportunities with an award-winning hospitality group

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 156605

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Charles Frede

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