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Heritage at Irene Woods

Sous Chef

Seminole, FL · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Sous Chef starting at $20 - $22 Lake Seminole Square is looking for an experienced and dependable Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. The Sous Chef will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations ...

Life Care Services

Sous Chef

Seminole, FL · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Sous Chef starting at $20 - $22 Lake Seminole Square is looking for an experienced and dependable Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. The Sous Chef will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations ...

Unspecified (Tampa)

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

Seeking a modern executive chef for award winning restaurant who has a passion for culinary arts and possesses great leadership skills. We source many of our ingredients from local purveyors and use ...

Unspecified (Tampa)

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

Seeking a modern executive chef for award winning restaurant who has a passion for culinary arts and possesses great leadership skills. We source many of our ingredients from local purveyors and use ...

Noble Tavern

Sushi Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

Sushi Chef In this role you will work as a line cook and also need to work on our sushi station. We'd like for our Team Members to have: * 1+ year of Sushi Chef experience * Previous casual dining ...

Bouzy

Jr. Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

JR Sous Chef The JR Sous Chef is a leadership role within Cru Hospitality Group (CHG) that serves as a point person and role model for all other Back of House team members. The JR Sous Chef fulfills ...

Bouzy

Jr. Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

The JR Sous Chef is a leadership role within Cru Hospitality Group (CHG) that serves as a point person and role model for all other Back of House team members. The JRSous Chef fulfills any duties ...

Noble Crust

Sushi Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL

Sushi Chef In this role you will work as a line cook and also need to work on our sushi station. We'd like for our Team Members to have: * 1+ year of Sushi Chef experience * Previous casual dining ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the overall culinary vision, execution, and leadership of our kitchen team. You will maintain the highest standards of quality, consistency, and ...

Nabulsi Consulting LLC

Sous Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to create innovative menus and prepare ...

Naked Farmer Careers

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL

$47K - $63K/yr

SOUS CHEF Location: 1001 Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable ...

Naked Farmer Careers

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

SOUS CHEF Location: 4306 W. Gandy Blvd Tampa, FL 33611 Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable ...

Naked Farmer Careers

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL

$45K - $60K/yr

SOUS CHEF Location: 4306 W. Gandy Blvd Tampa, FL 33611 Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable ...

Naked Farmer Careers

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

SOUS CHEF Location: 1001 Water Street Tampa, FL 33602 Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the overall culinary vision, execution, and leadership of our kitchen team. You will maintain the highest standards of quality, consistency, and ...

Naked Farmer Careers

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

SOUS CHEF Location: 4306 W. Gandy Blvd Tampa, FL 33611 Naked Farmer is a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant group with multiple locations, cooking and serving scratch-made, healthy, and affordable ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in Largo, FL is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $26.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chef do?

A chef is a professional cook who is responsible for preparing meals, developing menus, and overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. Chefs ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards are met, and often manage other kitchen staff. Their duties may include ordering ingredients, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes. Chefs may specialize in specific types of cuisine or cooking techniques. They play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, typically supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management software, and food hygiene certifications (such as ServSafe) is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational ability, teamwork, and leadership are critical soft skills for managing kitchen staff and maintaining a positive work environment. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality dishes efficiently, ensuring kitchen safety, and running a successful culinary operation.

What are common challenges chefs face in maintaining consistency across dishes and shifts?

Chefs often encounter challenges in ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards, particularly when managing a team with varying skill levels or during busy service periods. Maintaining consistency requires strong communication, standardized recipes, and rigorous training for all kitchen staff. Additionally, chefs must monitor ingredient quality and adapt quickly to supply changes, all while leading by example to uphold the restaurant’s reputation. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering a reliable dining experience and building trust with patrons.

What is the difference between Chef vs Cook?

AspectChefCook
CredentialsFormal culinary training or certifications often preferredMinimal formal training, on-the-job experience common
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, restaurants, hotelsVaries from home kitchens to restaurants, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesMenu planning, supervising kitchen staff, quality controlFood preparation, cooking, basic kitchen tasks
Industry UsageHigh-end restaurants, culinary institutionsWidespread across all food service settings

While both chefs and cooks work in kitchens and prepare food, chefs typically have formal training, oversee kitchen operations, and work in professional or upscale environments. Cooks usually focus on food preparation and cooking tasks, often with less formal education, and work in a variety of settings. The role of a chef involves leadership and menu development, whereas a cook primarily executes recipes and prepares dishes.

Is 25 too late to become a chef?

Becoming a chef at 25 is not too late, as many chefs start their careers in their twenties or later. Success in the culinary industry depends on skills, training, and experience, which can be gained through culinary schools, apprenticeships, or on-the-job training at any age.
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Sous Chef

Heritage at Irene Woods

Seminole, FL • On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Sous Chef starting at $20 - $22

Lake Seminole Square is looking for an experienced and dependable Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. The Sous Chef will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations, maintaining high food-quality standards, and supporting the Executive Chef and kitchen staff.

When you work at Lake Seminole Square, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth, and the luxury of working in a clean, beautiful lake-view upscale community. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!
 

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Life insurance, supplemental insurance, 401-K matching, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, Legal support, Travel protection, Virtual medical/mental health visits, Virtual physical therapy, CVS Health Discounts, Employee Assistance Program EAP.  

New DailyPay - you can choose to get paid the same day you work!

Lake-view Upscale Community

Team Recognition such as discounted employee meal, holiday gifts, employee of the month, weekly fun carts with free snacks for the team, employee events including tenure gala, employee picnics, scavenger hunts, Holiday party and much more!

Scholarship to continue growing in your career!

Friendly and supportive team!

Positive Culture where team safety and well-being are our priority 

The BEST residents!

Clean & Beautiful Community

Position benefits: independent working environment.

Our Extraordinary Impressions Culture lives by our Hospitality Promises:

  1. We greet you warmly, by name and with a smile.
  2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.
  3. We anticipate your needs and act accordingly.
  4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
  5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
  6. We make you feel important.
  7. We embrace and value our differences.
  8. We ask, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"
  9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.

  10. We pay attention to details.

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities as Sous Chef:

  1. Clarifies and organizes all employee work assignments and schedules.
  2. Assists the kitchen staff in all aspects of service as required.
  3. Informs the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage Services of all activities and operational problems, making suggestions for improvement and corrections as needed.
  4. Responsible for the direction of the department in the absence of the Executive Chef.
  5. Assists the Executive Chef in planning, costing and executing all menus, including Seasonal Cycle menus, Special Theme Day menus and Holiday Buffets.
  6. Assists with annual performance reviews for all kitchen employees.
  7. Interviews job applicants as needed.

  8. Assists in ongoing in-service education programs for employees.  Assists in the leadership of regular meetings with kitchen staff.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

  1. Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic.  Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
  2. Three years experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.  Dining Room experience desirable.
  3. Culinary education or two years college.  One year of supervisory experience.
  4. Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
  5. Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance.  Some knowledge of nutrition and diet.  Health Care experience desirable.
  6. Must have availability to work weekends and nights, when needed.
  7. Must be ServSafe Certified.

Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status. 

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

Become part of our family, grow your skills, career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors' lives brighter every day.

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