Executive Sous Chef

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A highly acclaimed, upscale modern American restaurant in Tampa is seeking a driven and polished Executive Sous Chef to join its award-winning culinary team. This full-scratch kitchen operation boasts $15M+ in annual sales and features live-fire cooking techniques.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and mentor a large kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal updates, and daily specials.
• Drive consistency, quality, and innovation across all kitchen operations.
• Manage BOH operations, including inventory, COGS, labor scheduling, and vendor relations.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Operate and manage using systems like Restaurant365, HotSchedules, Toast POS, and third-party delivery apps.
• Uphold the restaurant’s brand standards with polished professionalism.

What We’re Looking For:

• 4+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in upscale, full-scratch kitchens.
• Strong understanding of live-fire cooking methods; basic sushi knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in COGS management, food and labor cost controls, and kitchen financials.
• Natural use of advanced culinary techniques and terminology.
• Leadership style that is hands-on, solution-oriented, and motivating to teams.
• Polished, professional demeanor; must represent the brand with excellence (Disney, high-end resort experience welcomed).
• Open to relocation candidates, but local Tampa or Orlando candidates strongly preferred.
• Candidates from mass casual chains (e.g., Darden) will not be considered.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• Paid Sick Time (40 hours) and Paid Time Off (96 hours annually)
• Life Insurance
• Complimentary Shift Meals
• Dining Comp Card ($300/month)
• Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Days
• Flexible Scheduling
• Strong career growth potential with a nationally respected 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: 156609

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Charles Frede

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