Sous Chef- Playa Largo Resort & Spa

About the Role

Join the award-winning team at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, a premier luxury waterfront resort in the Florida Keys. This role ensures adherence to state sanitation and health regulations while maintaining high standards of food production, kitchen operations, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation, health regulations, and hotel requirements.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Ensure correct maintenance and safe use of kitchen equipment and tools.
• Establish, maintain, and train staff on operational standards and safe working conditions.
• Hire, train, and supervise employees; assign work, appraise performance, and address complaints.
• Handle guest complaints to ensure satisfaction.
• Plan, prep, and provide quality food production for menu items and specials according to plating guide specifications.
• Direct, train, and monitor kitchen staff performance.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience as a line cook; prior supervisory experience preferred.
• High school graduate or equivalent; culinary training certification preferred.
• Safe food handling certificate.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as B.E.O.'s, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

About Us

Shaner Hotel Group is a leading award-winning hotel owner-operator and management company. Our portfolio includes over 70 properties—full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resorts—representing 8,000+ guest rooms across 14 states and three countries. We partner with globally recognized hospitality brands and independent hotels to deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner provides comprehensive hospitality services, including development, design, construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales, marketing, HR, accounting, and operational support. We invest in our people, offering opportunities for professional growth and rewarding careers in hospitality.

About The Team

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, is a luxury waterfront resort in the Florida Keys, offering an unforgettable guest experience and an outstanding workplace for hospitality professionals. The 175-room resort features:

• Elegantly appointed guest rooms, suites, 10 private bungalows, and a three-bedroom beach house.
• A private marina with boat ramp, full-service spa, salon, fitness center, and sports courts.
• Beautifully landscaped event spaces, including a grand ballroom, private courtyard, and wedding lawn.
• Four distinctive restaurants and bars: an upscale steakhouse, fresh seafood restaurant, ceviche and sushi bar, pool/beach bar, sunset terrace, in-room dining, and full-service banquet/catering operations.

As a premier event destination in the Florida Keys, Playa Largo hosts luxury weddings, social celebrations, and corporate meetings. Join a team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences in one of the world’s most beautiful destinations.