Sous Chef – Saint Augustine | $65,000 – $75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Saint Augustine, FL, United States
- Hospitality
- Full-time
- Sous Chef
- culinary management
- kitchen leadership
The Sous Chef will support executive kitchen leadership in a high-volume, upscale casual dining restaurant, managing daily operations and leading kitchen staff. Responsibilities include recipe execution, staff training, inventory and food cost control, and maintaining safety and cleanliness standards. The role requires culinary management experience, strong leadership abilities, and a professional appearance, offering competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and career growth opportunities within a notable restaurant group.
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.




