THE OPPORTUNITY (multiple positions available)As Sous Chef, you play a critical role in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, working closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and culinary efficiency. You have a passion for the culinary arts with a focus on team training and coaching, menu development, and seamless execution. You are a highly skilled culinary professional who excels in both creative and managerial aspects of a kitchen. WHAT YOU’LL DOAssist the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality food production. Lead, train, and mentor the culinary team, fostering a positive and professional work environment focused on excellence. Supervise the preparation, cooking, and plating of all dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to the Fogo Island Inn’s high standards of presentation and flavor. Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, including the creation of new dishes, seasonal offerings, and special event menus.Take the lead in running culinary operations during the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring the kitchen operates at its best.Manage Culinary Team’s daily schedules, delegate tasks, and oversee kitchen productivity to maintain high standards during peak service times.Monitor food quality and control consistency, ensuring that every dish meets quality and presentation expectations.Ensure all kitchen areas are clean and organized, and that all equipment is in good working condition.Control food costs by minimizing waste and ensuring proper inventory management and stock rotation.Assist with administrative duties such as ordering, inventory management, and staffing. Other Duties as required. 
