Sous Chef
Job overview
Company Snapshot
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort is an award-winning, adults-only boutique resort on Eagle Beach in Aruba, consistently recognized among the leading resorts in the Caribbean. Owner-managed and internationally known for its sustainability leadership, including Carbon Neutrality, Bucuti & Tara offers associates a professional, caring workplace built on quality and personalized service.
Position Highlights
Sous Chef. Supporting the Director of Food & Beverage / Director of Operations, your core purpose is to lead culinary operations at Elements Restaurant, SandBar, Tara Lounge and the cafeteria with exceptional quality, consistency and efficiency. You will inspire the kitchen team, drive innovation and menu development, and maintain strict control of food costs, sanitation, HACCP compliance and Forbes Travel Guide standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead culinary operations across Elements Restaurant, SandBar, Tara Lounge and the cafeteria
- Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, guest satisfaction and operational efficiency
- Coach, inspire and develop the kitchen team, leading by example
- Develop menus, standardize recipes and plan seasonal menus
- Cater expertly for special diets, including vegan and gluten-free cuisine
- Control food costs, labor and budgets
- Maintain sanitation, HACCP compliance and Forbes Travel Guide standards
- Foster continuous improvement and new ideas while respecting the resort's culinary identity
Requirements, Skills & Traits
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management or a related field. Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a luxury 5-star resort, Forbes-recommended/Five-Star property or internationally recognized fine dining establishment. English and Spanish speaking. Certification in nutrition, allergen management or special diets is an asset. Pre-employment drug screening applies.
Core Skills:
Strong knowledge of HACCP food safety, sanitation and quality assurance. Food cost control, labor management and budgeting. Menu development and recipe standardization. Microsoft Office and restaurant software; POS, OpenTable and Optimum Control experience is an advantage.
Soft Skills:
Energetic, passionate and guest-focused leader with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude. Creative, adaptable, well organized and a strong communicator who inspires the team.
Success Metrics
Every service meets luxury and Forbes standards, dishes are consistent, special diets are handled expertly, food costs stay on target, HACCP compliance is maintained, and the kitchen team develops and performs well.
Benefits
- Attractive salaries
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage
- Childcare and elderly care support
- Elective benefits for greater flexibility and personalization
- Annual health check-ups and gym memberships
- Savings & Loans program, including green loans at attractive interest rates and competitive savings returns
Employment Culture & Growth
Bucuti & Tara is an award-winning, adults-only resort and an Equal Opportunity Employer with a smoke- and drug-free workplace. This leadership role shapes the culinary experience across all of the resort's outlets.
How To Apply
Apply online through the Bucuti & Tara careers portal.
Benefits
- Compensation & Financial Benefits Competitive pay, bonuses, pension, or other financial benefits.
- Growth & Development Career progression, training, mentoring, or professional development.
- Health & Wellness Health coverage, wellness support, or related employee programs.
- Time Off Paid vacation, public holidays, personal leave, or wellness days.
- Workplace Perks Staff discounts, meals, transport, or other workplace extras.
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