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Join one of Florida’s most iconic hospitality groups as a Sous Chef and help lead a high-volume, from-scratch kitchen in the heart of Tampa. We’re looking for polished culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced, upscale casual dining environments.

Sous Chef Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary: $65,000 – $75,000
Bonus Potential: $8,000 – $12,000 annually
Health Insurance & PTO
Opportunity for long-term career growth within a respected, multi-concept restaurant group

Sous Chef Responsibilities:

Support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous in daily kitchen operations
Ensure consistent execution of high-quality, from-scratch recipes
Lead, train, and coach BOH teams of 10–20 cooks per shift
Oversee inventory control, food cost management, and kitchen safety protocols
Help drive labor efficiency and maintain exceptional cleanliness standards

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications:

2+ years in culinary/kitchen management
Proven experience in high-volume, upscale casual scratch kitchens ($6–$15M annual sales)
Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
Experience with BOH systems, recipe control, and inventory management
Must be process-driven and team-oriented

Preferred Background & Cultural Fit:

Presentable, polished, and professional appearance (clean grooming; no face tattoos or unnatural hair colors)
Previous experience in restaurant groups—not banquet/hotel chefs
Looking for career-minded candidates with energy—not those nearing retirement
Ready to represent and uphold a respected brand image

Location: Tampa, FL 33602

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ready to elevate your culinary career with one of Tampa’s leading restaurant groups?

Apply today and take the next step with a team that values excellence and growth.

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: 162078

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.