Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar in Naples, FL is looking for New Sous Chefs to join our team!

Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar is looking for a Sous chef with a background and experience in high volume, full service restaurants; leadership skills in and around the kitchen; and able to assist the Executive Chef. Benefits, PTO, 401k, Dining Discounts!

As the Sous Chef at Rocco's Tacos Naples, you will be a key player in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety standards, and managing inventory control. With premium skills in team management, leadership, and banquet experience, you will lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Your relevant skill in bartending will add versatility to your role, contributing to the overall success of our restaurant. Join our team and showcase your expertise in food preparation, kitchen management, and catering to elevate our culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.

Salary $55,000+

Sous chef responsibilities include:

• Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared according to recipe, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
• Conduct inventory of all ingredients and supplies for the kitchen.
• Assist the Executive Chef with all required paperwork, prep lists, reports and schedules
• Regulate the control of food and labor cost.
• Work directly with management in planning and coordinating special events, when they occur.

Desired qualifications:

• Experience in high volume, full service restaurants.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and protocols.
• Strong leadership within both the kitchen and restaurant environments.
• Excellent communication skills between all levels of the operation
• Able to work 11-12 hour shifts
• Strong foundation in inventory management, food preparation, and kitchen management
• Demonstrated ability in food service management and catering
• Proficiency in food safety practices and inventory control
• Experience in supervising and leading teams in a restaurant setting
• Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising and managing teams
• Proven track record in restaurant management and food service, including inventory control and food safety
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with staff and customers
• Prior experience in overseeing inventory management and maintaining food service standards