Posted on Aug 26, 2026
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The Simple Spoon

Sous Chef / Owner Assistant

Miami, Florida Full time

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

Sous Chef Owner Assistant Full-Time

West Kendall, Miami, FL
$40K a year

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Bilingual Sous Chef to join our growing meal prep and event catering operation. This position works directly under the Owner/Executive Chef and plays a key role in managing daily kitchen production, staff, quality, and catering execution.

Responsibilities

  • Execute recipes accurately and consistently
  • Oversee high-volume, fast-paced meal prep and catering production
  • Manage, train, and direct kitchen staff
  • Create and manage daily prep and production lists
  • Maintain quality control, presentation, and portion consistency
  • Manage inventory and kitchen organization
  • Assist with ordering, purchasing, and food cost control
  • Complete basic computer and administrative tasks related to kitchen operations
  • Assist with the coordination and execution of catering events
  • Maintain food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards

Qualifications

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Professional culinary experience required
  • Previous kitchen leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable with basic computer and administrative work
  • Flexible availability for catering events and production schedules
  • Reliable transportation
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone dependable, organized, proactive, and ready to take ownership of kitchen operations. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to grow with the company and become the Owner/Executive Chef's right hand in day-to-day culinary operations.

Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $40K a year
Location: West Kendall, Miami, FL


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