Sous Chef, Maria and Enzo's Ristorante - Join the Team!

Delaware North is a renowned global food service management company with a rich heritage of over 100 years. It operates some of the busiest and most acclaimed kitchens worldwide, delivering exceptional culinary experiences across a variety of settings, including iconic sports arenas, national parks, casinos, hotels, and restaurants. In the Lake Buena Vista, Florida area, Delaware North is proud to manage popular dining establishments such as Tutto Italia, Via Napoli, Morimoto, Vivoli Florida, The Edison, Enzo's Hideaway and Tunnel Bar, Maria and Enzo's Ristorante, and Pizza Ponte. The company prides itself on fostering a workplace culture that values people, teamwork, and professional growth, committed to shaping the future of hospitality while offering unique career development opportunities in diverse environments. Delaware North is a family-owned business, embracing inclusivity and equal opportunity in all its hiring practices, striving to create a supportive and dynamic work environment for all employees. The role of the Sous Chef at Maria and Enzo's Ristorante in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, presents a dynamic opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about high-volume kitchen operations and culinary excellence. As a critical member of the culinary leadership team, the Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily operations and maintain exceptional food quality and consistency. This position demands a high level of culinary skill, creativity, and leadership ability to inspire, train, and mentor the culinary team. Key responsibilities include managing food and labor costs, supervising inventory and ordering processes, collaborating on menu development, and ensuring the kitchen complies with all health and safety regulations. The role requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate busy periods including evenings, weekends, holidays, and longer shifts. With a competitive salary range from $56,900 to $76,800 annually, alongside an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based uncapped sales incentive plan, Delaware North offers an attractive compensation package. The company also provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and generous discounts at hotels and resorts. This position is ideal for candidates with a minimum of two years of culinary management experience in an a la carte restaurant setting, skilled in high-volume cooking, recipe adherence, cost management, and team leadership. Proficiency with computer applications like Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to obtain necessary food safety certifications, are essential for success in this role. Join Delaware North and contribute to delivering unforgettable dining experiences while advancing your culinary career in a supportive and innovative environment.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary management in an a la carte restaurant
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of high-volume kitchen operations
• Ability to manage food and labor costs effectively
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Word and Excel
• Willingness and ability to obtain relevant food safety certifications
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, holidays, weekends, and 10-hour shifts