Sous Chef – Caribbean Resort

Location: St. Maarten
Compensation: $48,000 USD annually
Benefits: Medical insurance under SZV, housing provided for 2 months, relocation support up to $1,500 USD, company cellphone, and visa/labour permit assistance

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established beachfront resort in St. Maarten seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team. This opportunity is ideal for a culinary professional with a strong background in high-volume resort operations, multi-outlet environments, and elevated guest service standards within hospitality-driven settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations across multiple food and beverage outlets
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and execution while maintaining established culinary standards
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams, fostering a positive and productive working environment
• Assist with scheduling, inventory management, ordering, and cost control initiatives to support operational performance
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and public health standards at all times
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house and leadership teams to ensure seamless guest dining experiences
• Support menu execution, recipe consistency, and operational organization across all culinary outlets
• Assist in driving kitchen efficiency while maintaining high standards in quality and guest satisfaction

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous Sous Chef experience within resort, hotel, or high-volume hospitality environments
• Multi-outlet culinary experience is required
• Strong understanding of public health and food safety standards
• Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams in fast-paced operational settings
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a hands-on leadership approach
• Good English communication skills required