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Sous Chef - Job Description A strong background in Asian cuisine is essential. The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in supporting the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in the daily operation of the kitchen. This position helps oversee the culinary team during service, ensuring that all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with the restaurant's quality, consistency, and presentation standards.

The Sous Chef supports the training and development of the culinary team while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, organization, and cleanliness in a high-volume, luxury hospitality environment. Key Responsibilities Support the management of daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service. Supervise and guide cooks during service while maintaining a calm and organized kitchen environment.

Assist in the preparation and execution of authentic and contemporary Asian cuisine, including wok cooking, tandoor, dim sum, curries, sushi, and sashimi. Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant's presentation, quality, and flavor consistency standards. Maintain the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation in compliance with health and safety regulations.

Support the training, mentoring, and development of junior cooks and culinary trainees, including international hospitality students. Foster a collaborative, respectful, and multicultural team environment. Assist with inventory control, product ordering, and minimizing food waste.

Maintain organization and efficiency within all kitchen stations. Requirements Previous experience in a professional culinary environment, preferably in an upscale or luxury restaurant. Strong knowledge of Asian cuisines, including Indian, Thai, Chinese, or Japanese culinary techniques.

Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen while maintaining attention to detail. Excellent teamwork, leadership, and communication skills. Strong commitment to quality, consistency, and culinary excellence The Setai.

Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.

The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers. A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.

We are looking for a skilled Sous Chef to join our outstanding culinary team. The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for culinary arts and will have been degree at an accredited culinary institution. Candidates must be able to work effectively in a team environment and have an understanding of minimizing food costs through effective practices.

Prior supervisory experience in a kitchen environment is required. A culinary skills demonstration may be required. The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation.

We are pleased to offer a competitive benefit package for all full time employees including many programs unique to our hotel. What we offer: Parking Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance Retirement plan - 401(k) program Generous Paid Time Off Program Bereavement Pay Jury Duty Pay Food & Beverage Discounts Spa Discounts Employee Referral Program Duty Meals Uniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms EOE/ DFWP The above is an example of the benefits offered at The Setai. Not all benefits are guaranteed and benefits are subject to change.

A full listing of benefits will be provided upon hire as outlined in our employee handbook. This is a management position This is a full time position