Executive Sous Chef - Naples, FL

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Dine Amic Hospitality is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to manage the kitchen, design menus, and lead culinary staff. The role requires strong leadership, menu development, cost control, and safety compliance.

• Research and continuously develop menu items, considering seasons, feedback, and cost.
• Develop and update recipe books with ingredient specifications and portion sizes.
• Model high standards of professionalism and model kitchen culture.
• Work with management to set staff learning goals and conduct performance reviews.
• Maintain food cost targets, order ingredients, manage inventory, and coordinate with the General Manager and Corporate Chef for production standards and special menus.
• Ensure BOH employees understand and adhere to sanitation and safety guidelines.

• Minimum 2 years of high-volume kitchen management experience; up to 4 years preferred.
• Proven experience creating a safe work environment with teamwork and professional development.
• Strong problem-solving ability and efficient issue identification.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness, and results.
• Ability to handle stress, delegate, and maintain control.
• Proficient computer skills, basic math skills, and knowledge of point-of-sale systems.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum of 50 hours per week required.
• Current SERV Safe (or equivalent) certification.

• Accountability, Adaptability, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Integrity, Personal Development, Professionalism, Self‑Management, Teamwork, Technical proficiency with computers and POS systems.

• Stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds independently.
• Perform repetitive motions such as chopping, stirring, and plating.
• Work in a hot, noisy, fast‑paced kitchen for long periods.
• Extended hours including nights, weekends, and peak service periods.
• Primary work in a commercial kitchen with exposure to high temperatures, noise, and uneven surfaces.
• Navigate tight spaces and work in confined areas.

We participate in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Dine Amic Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.