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Goodwin Recruiting
Seasonal General Manager
Job Description
Seasonal Sous Chef (6-Month Assignment)
This six-month seasonal Sous Chef opportunity offers the chance to lead kitchen operations in a high-energy, waterfront setting focused on seafood-driven cuisine and casual, hospitality-forward service. The role supports a dynamic outdoor concept operating through peak season, with the potential for extended or full-time opportunities based on performance and business needs. Weekly compensation ranges from $1,600–$1,700.
Seasonal Sous Chef Responsibilities
- Maintain exceptional food quality and consistency, ensuring all dishes align with the concept’s culinary standards
- Collaborate on menu development, contributing creative input while balancing cost control and operational efficiency
- Train and mentor kitchen staff on foundational techniques, station execution, and food safety best practices
- Oversee daily prep and station readiness, ensuring smooth service flow during high-volume periods
- Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and manage product usage to minimize waste and maximize freshness
- Lead pre-service briefings, communicating menu details, product sourcing, and key service notes to the team
- Uphold all sanitation, food safety, and allergen protocols with diligence and accountability
- Support execution of private events, large-scale service, and promotional activations
- Foster a clean, organized, and team-oriented kitchen environment
- Demonstrate strong leadership presence during busy service, maintaining composure and precision
Seasonal Sous Chef Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
- Knowledge of fresh seafood preparation
- Proven ability to perform under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to lead and develop a team
- Solid understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen compliance standards
- Highly organized with effective time management and multitasking abilities
- Professional demeanor with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset
- Physically capable of standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items in a demanding kitchen setting