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Grand Living

Sous Chef

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

About the Position The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to ...

Grand Living

Sous Chef

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

About the Position The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to ...

Troon Golf

Sous Chef

Naples, FL · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Serves as "second-in-command" of the kitchen assisting the Executive Chef in supervising food production. Supervises food production personnel, assists with food production tasks as needed and ...

BakeChop Co

Sous Chef

Deland, FL

$40K - $54K/yr

Comfortable working every station on the line and assisting with prep * Strong knowledge of proper ... If you're the type of chef who will jump on saut#233;, help knock out prep, filet fish, teach a ...

BakeChop Co

Sous Chef

Deland, FL · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Comfortable working every station on the line and assisting with prep * Strong knowledge of proper ... If you're the type of chef who will jump on sauté, help knock out prep, filet fish, teach a cook a ...

Pauline

Sous Chef

Miami Beach, FL

$49K - $66K/yr

This role involves supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation, assisting with inventory control, and ensuring food safety standards. The Sous Chef is expected to contribute to menu ...

THE ST JOE COMPANY

Chef De Partie

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes * Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are always of the highest quality

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Pauline

Sous Chef

Miami Beach, FL

$49K - $66K/yr

This role involves supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation, assisting with inventory control, and ensuring food safety standards. The Sous Chef is expected to contribute to menu ...

Queen Miami Beach

Sushi Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Chef de Cuisine, Executive Grade: Direct reports Sushi Line Cooks COMPANY BACKGROUND Mr ... • Assisting with sweeping, mopping, and polishing the restaurant communal areas, restrooms ...

Windsor Club Inc

Banquet Sous Chef

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

The Banquet Chef is a team leader of the BOH operations assisting the Executive Chef, and all operations on and off premises in supervision of food production for banquets and events, personnel ...

Grand Living at Coral Gables

Sous Chef

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

About the Position The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to ...

Grand Living at Coral Gables

Sous Chef

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

About the Position The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to ...

Troon

Chef de Cuisine

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$62K - $84K/yr

Coordinating kitchen staff and assisting them as required. * Hiring and training staff to prepare ... Chef de Cuisine Requirements: * Qualification from a culinary school or, * 5+ years of experience ...

Sage

Sous Chef

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$42K - $50K/yr

You will be assisting the Executive Chef/Owner and Chef de Cuisine in maintaining the operation of the kitchen. You will oversee all aspects of food preparation, employee management, quality control ...

KitchFix

Sous Chef

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$60K/yr

KitchFix is a chef-driven organization that seeks to provide best-in-class hospitality through ... Exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the staff and ...

KitchFix

Sous Chef

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$60K/yr

We're hiring a Sous Chef to join our culinary team supporting the Cardinals baseball team in ... Exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the staff and ...

Uloop Inc.

Sous Chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

About the Position The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to ...

Troon Golf

Chef de Cuisine

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$62K - $84K/yr

Coordinating kitchen staff and assisting them as required. * Hiring and training staff to prepare ... Chef de Cuisine Requirements: * Qualification from a culinary school or, * 5+ years of experience ...

ClubCorp

Sous Chef

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$20/hr

Job Summary As a Sous Chef, you are responsible for supporting the daily operations of the kitchen ... Be proactive in assisting members and guests ensuring delivery of the 3-steps of service. * Address ...

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What is an assisting chef?

Assisting Chefs, often called Assistant Chefs or Commis Chefs, support head chefs and kitchen staff in preparing and cooking food. Their responsibilities typically include prepping ingredients, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, organizing supplies, and occasionally cooking under supervision. They help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently, especially during busy service times. Assisting Chefs also learn essential culinary skills on the job, making this role an important stepping stone for a career in the culinary industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assisting chef?

To thrive as an Assisting Chef, you need a solid understanding of basic culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations, often supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure smooth kitchen workflow, high-quality food preparation, and a safe, collaborative environment.

What are some common challenges an assisting chef faces during busy service hours, and how can they effectively manage them?

During peak service hours, Assisting Chefs often face challenges such as juggling multiple prep tasks, maintaining clear communication with the head chef and kitchen staff, and ensuring all dishes meet quality and timing standards. Effective time management, staying organized, and anticipating the needs of the team are crucial skills for handling these pressures. By remaining calm, prioritizing tasks, and supporting team members, Assisting Chefs can help the kitchen run smoothly and efficiently even during high-stress periods.

What is the difference between Assisting Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectAssisting ChefLine Cook
CredentialsBasic culinary training, sometimes certificationsSimilar culinary training, often with specialized skills
Work EnvironmentSupport role in professional kitchens, assisting senior chefsActive cooking station, preparing dishes during service
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in restaurants, hotels, cateringPrimarily in restaurants, hotels, fast-food outlets

Assisting Chefs support kitchen operations by helping senior chefs with prep and basic tasks, while Line Cooks focus on preparing specific dishes during service. Both roles require culinary training and are integral to kitchen efficiency, but Assisting Chefs often have broader support responsibilities, whereas Line Cooks are more hands-on with cooking.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Assisting Chef jobs?

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Sous Chef

Coral Gables, FL • On-site

Grand Living
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities • 201 - 500 employees
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$47K - $64K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Grand Living rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

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Job description

Key Details
  • Schedule: Open availability. Weekends required.

About Grand Living
Grand Living is changing the way generations embrace life and is quickly becoming an iconic brand in senior hospitality. What began as a vision to create distinctive senior living communities has evolved into a collection of remarkable residences, offering luxury-inspired amenities and extraordinary service to residents and guests. Our communities include gracious apartments, stunning décor and design excellence at every turn, but from the moment you are greeted, you'll experience something far more luxurious than the architecture: our people. Their unparalleled commitment to personal service in every engagement is at the very heart of what we do.
About the Position
The Sous Chef is responsible to enhance the overall Resident experience by assisting the Executive Chef through the provision of exceptional oversight and culinary training to kitchen employees. The Sous Chef assists Executive Chef with supervising and coordinating culinary activities for all dining venues: Bistro, Casual, Formal, Luminations® memory care, and Club Room, as well as, special events and private functions. This is to be handled in The Sterling Touch® professional, friendly, courteous, helpful and timely manner, resulting in a very high level of satisfaction for Residents and their guests. The Sous Chef position is under the general guidance of the Executive Chef in accordance with Community standards, processes, procedures, practices, and philosophies.
Qualifications and Requirements
The Sous Chef must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • College or Culinary School Degree, required.
  • Combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from Culinary school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Three or more years in Food and Beverage, country club, fine dining, restaurant or senior living hospitality experience.
  • Scratch cooking experience, required.
  • Sauté and broiler experience, preferred.
  • ServeSafe certification, preferred.
  • Ability to read, write and understand the English language in order to direct, manage, hire and train kitchen staff, complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees as well as Residents and their guests.
  • Sufficient manual dexterity of hands and arms in order to use all kitchen equipment and utensils (e.g. knives, spoons spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.)
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull and work continuously without sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift or carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to perform all essential functions within varying temperature ranges.

Benefits
For the Sous Chef, we offer competitive compensation & full benefits package for full-time employees including a generous new Paid Time Off (PTO) program of 3 weeks PTO in year 1, 4 weeks in second year. Insurance options and a 401K that matches up to 4% with a 5% contribution.
PTO at lesser rates for part-time staff. A high-end upscale environment including exquisite cuisine and free employee meals (must meet eligibility requirements), workout & spa facilities for resident and staff use.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Grand Living, our motto is "Your Life. Uniquely Embraced." We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all, where our differences aren't just accepted, but celebrated.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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