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Mangos Dockside Bistro

Sous Chef

Marco Island, FL

$51K - $68K/yr

Many employers prefer candidates who have prior experience working as Sous Chefs or Kitchen ... Located in the heart of Marco Island, The Esplanade on Smokehouse Bay, our restaurant boasts ...

Fisher Island Club

BEACH CLUB - SOUS CHEF

Fisher Island, FL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Fisher Island Club is looking to hire a full-time . This position has a competitive wage ... Outlet Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef Key Relationships: Internal Kitchen ...

Fisher Island Club

BEACH CLUB - SOUS CHEF

Fisher Island, FL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Fisher Island Club is looking to hire a full-time . This position has a competitive wage ... Outlet Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef Key Relationships: Internal Kitchen ...

Fisher Island Club

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Fisher Island, FL · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for all culinary activities of the club, including all ... In accordance with Fisher Island Club's philosophy, all team members work together sharing in a ...

Fisher Island Club

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Fisher Island, FL · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for all culinary activities of the club, including all ... In accordance with Fisher Island Club's philosophy, all team members work together sharing in a ...

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What is an island chef?

An Island Chef is a culinary professional responsible for preparing meals in island-based resorts, private villas, or remote destinations. They create menus using fresh, local ingredients and often specialize in seafood and tropical cuisine. Duties may include catering to guests' dietary needs, sourcing ingredients, and managing kitchen operations. Since island locations can be remote, an Island Chef must be adaptable, resourceful, and skilled in various cooking techniques.

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

To thrive as an Island Chef, you need a strong background in culinary arts, menu planning, and food safety, typically backed by formal chef training or relevant hospitality certifications. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and knowledge of sustainable sourcing are important technical aspects. Flexibility, resourcefulness, and excellent communication are soft skills that enable you to adapt to remote locations and work smoothly with diverse teams. These skills ensure the delivery of high-quality cuisine while effectively managing unique logistical challenges found in island settings.

What are some unique challenges of working as an island chef, and how do chefs typically overcome them?

Working as an Island Chef often means adapting to limited access to fresh ingredients, unpredictable supply shipments, and occasional adverse weather that can impact kitchen operations. To overcome these challenges, chefs develop strong planning and improvisation skills, leverage local produce and seafood, and build relationships with nearby suppliers. Collaboration with local staff and flexibility in menu creation are crucial for maintaining a high dining standard even in challenging circumstances. This unique environment can be both rewarding and demanding, offering creative opportunities for chefs who enjoy problem-solving and working in dynamic settings.

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Infographic showing various Island Chef job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Sous Chef- Fine Dining, Luxury Private Island, Hiring Bonus

Little Palm Island, a Noble House Resort

Little Torch Key, FL • On-site

$53K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New

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Description

We Are:

Offering a unique opportunity to join the culinary team of the iconic Little Palm Island on Little Torch Key, FL with an award-winning luxury hotel company, Noble House Hotels and Resorts. Working at Little Palm Island redefines working in paradise...


Situated on a private island in the Florida Keys, Little Palm is accessible only from the shore station by our private ferry. With only 30 luxury suites, a Balinese-style spa, the main attraction is the exclusive waterside dining overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, with sunset views and fire pits for enjoying a nightcap.


With over half of the seats located right on the ocean, The Dining Room seats 100 guests and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition, you and the team create an exclusive collection of lounge offerings, amenities, in-room dining options, and cater to small, refined groups.


OUR CULTURE: Individual Distinction, Collective Soul

The Noble House Hotels & Resort's philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all" and neither are our associates. We are a group of individuals who share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine and we like to have fun.


The Job: Sous Chef

The Sous Chef is a key part of the leadership team driving culinary excellence at Little Palm Island. As Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef in continuing to build and develop the team consisting of an Executive Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, Executive Chef Rodrigo Albornoz, and 10-12 local and international line-level culinary associates (for whom employee housing is provided).


You will partner with our Executive Chef, Rodrigo Albornoz in menu development and maintaining the culture and vision of the culinary program. Beyond that, you let your creative juices flow with specials, seasonal menus, Island buy-outs, Chef Tables in our state of the art, no expense spared, kitchen.

Requirements

What it Takes to be the successful Sous Chef:

  • To be successful in the role as Sous Chef you bring experience leading a culinary team in a fine dining restaurant or luxury, hotel with a top-notch exclusive restaurant (think Relais & Chateaux).
  • Other experience such as a degree from an accredited culinary institute will be highly regarded.
  • Naturally, you have the drive to exceed expectations for this iconic location. This will come with your innate ability to handle the ups, downs and sometimes long hours of a world class kitchen and the leadership skills to develop and inspire a culinary team.

The Offer:

In return, you are rewarded with a hiring bonus, competitive compensation package that including competitive pay, On-Demand Pay - Your Pay before Payday, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401k plan with employer matching, Paid Time Off, holidays, and Discounted Food & Hotel Discounts at Noble House Hotels & Resorts nationwide.


This is an opportunity to make your mark, being affiliated with the world-renowned culinary experience that is Little Palm Island.


Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

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