Junior Sous Chef Job at Wellington Club, Wellington, FL

  • Wellington Club
  • Wellington, FL

Job Description

Junior Sous Chef

The Wanderers Club is seeking a hands-on Junior Sous Chef who can strengthen daily execution, develop team members, and deliver consistent, high-quality member experiences across a la carte dining and banquet events.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Junior Sous Chef leads assigned shifts, supports production planning, coaches cooks and prep staff, and coordinates service with front-of-house and Events teams. The ideal candidate combines strong line skills with calm communication, accountability, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Requirements
  • Demonstrated high-volume kitchen experience, including responsibility for leading a station or shift
  • Broad line-cooking skills and the ability to work or support multiple stations
  • ServSafe Manager or another accredited food manager certification required
  • Experience coaching team members, setting clear expectations, and following through
  • Working knowledge of food safety, recipe execution, portion control, and plate presentation
  • Strong organization, communication, and decision-making during peak service
  • Basic understanding of inventory, yields, waste reduction, and cost control
  • Reliable and able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50 pounds or more
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead shift readiness, service execution, and opening or closing responsibilities when assigned
  • Set prep priorities and station assignments based on reservations, events, and production needs
  • Inspect food for taste, temperature, portion, and presentation; correct issues before service
  • Train and coach cooks and prep staff while reinforcing standards and accountability
  • Maintain sanitation, safe food handling, proper storage, labeling, dating, and FIFO rotation
  • Coordinate with culinary, front-of-house, and Events teams on timing, counts, service flow, and changes
  • Assist with inventory, receiving, production forecasts, and tracking waste or shortages
  • Participate in pre- and post-service reviews and turn feedback into practical improvements
Benefits for Eligible Employees
  • Health and dental insurance available after 90 days
  • Combined PTO and sick time starting at 10 days per year
  • Holiday overtime pay

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift

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