Company Description The Standard Spa, Miami Beach, located in Miami, FL, is a unique spa retreat with guest rooms that embrace ancient bathing traditions and offer a range of spa treatments by expert practitioners. The property features tropical gardens, private terraces, outdoor soaking tubs, and an indoor and outdoor hydrotherapy playground for guests. The Lido Bayside Grill serves a global-inspired menu, complemented by a café, gym, boutique, nail salon, and indoor bar, creating a holistic wellness experience. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Sous Chef at The Standard Spa, Miami Beach. The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the culinary team with the day-to-day culinary operations, including food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene. The role involves collaborating with the culinary team to ensure exceptional dining experiences for guests and maintaining a smooth kitchen workflow. Qualifications Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory/cost control, product consistency Minimum two years as a chef or sous chef role Culinary arts degree or equivalent experience preferred Advance knife skills Works well under pressure Sanitation skills Proven experience in a high-volume kitchen environment; hotel experience preferred Experience in menu and recipe development with an appreciation for local ingredients Basic knowledge of accounting principles and P&L accountability Excellent organizational skills for dealing with diverse duties, staff, vendors and guests Strong leadership and staff development skills Excellent communication skills with both staff and management which includes strong conflict resolution skills Ability to follow and give directions and respond with appropriate actions in a timely manner Self motivated, customer service and detail orientated Ability to multitask with a calm sense of purpose Punctual and reliable; position requires schedule flexibility including weekends and/or holidays. Physical Requirements: Must be able to work standing for a minimum period of 10 hours per day. Periodical bending, kneeling and stretching is required. Pull, push, move, carry and lift at least 40 pounds of force is required. Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands. Will be exposed to hot and cold temperature extremes. Must be able to move, pull, carry and lift at least 50 pounds of force. Occasionally kneeling, sitting, crouching and climbing. Must be able to hear and speak clearly to communicate with guests and co-workers We actively look for and embrace individuals who bring a unique perspective to the team and do not ask you to conform, but rather celebrate your individuality. We understand that as a member of our family, there are certain benefits you should be awarded and thus are pleased to offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package to include: Wellness Program which includes free use of our gym & spa facilities, yoga, bootcamp, pilates classes, discounts on spa treatments, discounts on meals at all our outlets. Paid Time Off – start accruing after day 1 to earn some future paid days off. We don’t care if you want to use it as personal, sick, or vacation – it’s your time to take as you please. Insurance – company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance from great providers with an extended network of medical providers; eligible after only 31 days of employment Complimentary Employee Meals – refuel daily with various options in our Employee Breakroom which also offers complimentary sodas, coffees, soft serve ice cream and more Company matched 401K Eight Paid Holidays to include a Floating Holiday to be used as you wish Opportunities for growth and development Mulitiple training opportunities and a rigorous employee engagement calendar that won us Greater Miami & The Beaches Employee Relations Award for 2023 & 2024
