Specialty Sous Chef (Italian Cuisine)

Specialty Sous Chef (Italian Cuisine)

Location: St. Lucia
Compensation: $40,000–$45,000 USD
Benefits: Tips & gratuities, housing allowance, relocation assistance, flights, temporary accommodation, insurance benefits, and additional resort perks

We are recruiting on behalf of a renowned luxury resort in St. Lucia seeking an experienced Specialty Sous Chef to lead the culinary operations of its signature Italian restaurant. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef with a strong background in authentic Italian cuisine and luxury hospitality to join a dynamic culinary team in one of the Caribbean's premier resort destinations.

Key Responsibilities

Support the daily operations of the Italian specialty restaurantEnsure exceptional quality, presentation, and consistency across all menu offeringsLead, train, and mentor kitchen team members to maintain luxury hospitality standardsAssist with menu development, recipe consistency, and seasonal offeringsManage inventory, ordering, food cost controls, and waste reduction initiativesMaintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization

Ideal Candidate Profile

Previous Sous Chef experience within a luxury hotel, resort, or upscale Italian restaurantStrong knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine and cooking techniquesProven ability to lead kitchen teams in a fast-paced hospitality environmentExperience managing food costs, inventory, and kitchen operationsHands-on leadership style with excellent communication and organizational skillsCaribbean or international luxury hospitality experience is considered an advantage