Gecko Hospitality is hiring: Executive Sous Chef in Jupiter

Executive Sous Chef – High-Performance Catering

Gecko Hospitality is proud to partner with a high-performing catering operation to find an experienced and driven Executive Sous Chef. This exciting opportunity is perfect for a culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels in producing high-quality food at volume, and has a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.

About the Role

The Executive Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of this operation. Working closely with the General Manager and kitchen teams, this position oversees all back-of-house operations, team leadership, food quality, and adherence to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for nutritious and innovative cuisine, catering primarily to elite clientele, and a strong background in culinary management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire kitchen staff to consistently deliver top-quality cuisine and service.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, execution, presentation, and safety.
• Oversee food and labor costs to ensure alignment with budgetary goals.
• Develop and implement operational systems, scheduling, and training for kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the Culinary Development Team to execute menus with precision.
• Handle food sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management efficiently.
• Actively maintain cleanliness, organization, and professionalism in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience leading high-volume, high-quality kitchens, preferably with catering expertise.
• Expertise in Whole 30, Paleo, Vegan, and Vegetarian cooking methodologies is a plus.
• Strong understanding of nutrition, ideally with experience in sports nutrition.
• Proven skills in team leadership, training, and development.
• Demonstrated financial acumen with experience in budget management and cost control.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a dynamic kitchen environment.
• Valid Health Department Food Handler’s Card; bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-energy environment.
• The chance to make a direct impact on the success of a respected catering operation.

This is an exclusive search led by Gecko Hospitality, a leading firm specializing in the placement of top-tier hospitality professionals. If you’re ready to take your culinary career to the next level, apply today!