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We are bringing travel as a force for good to Florence, with our first The Usual hotel outside the Benelux, planned to open in Q1 2027.\nFlorence is a city where food, wine and craftsmanship are part of everyday life. As our Sous Chef you'll shape an experience that celebrates exactly that. Together with your team, you'll create a welcoming place where guests and locals come together to enjoy carefully sourced food, local wines and genuine hospitality. Join us in bringing The Usual Florence to life.\nBe you with us\nWe believe in a new way of travelling, where all people feel welcome, connected and inspired to live more consciously, without sacrificing style or a great time together. We want to redefine hospitality and encourage conscious travel where sustainable choices are prioritized by offering fun, inclusive and mindful hotel experiences.Moments from the station and steps from Florence’s most iconic streets, you will find The Usual Florence. A hotel under construction with a focus of design and sustainability, that will offer 80 guest rooms, a lively new concept of wine bar with small Tuscan dishes, a library and amenities including fitness, art space and a lush inner courtyard.\nWorking at The Usual Florence means being part of a passionate and international team. We encourage our people to take ownership, care for the world and people around them, and stay curious. Join us in challenging the status quo.\nThe role\nAs Sous Chef, you will lead the culinary operations at The Usual Florence, reporting directly to the F&B Manager. Working with Florence’s most iconic flavors, you'll oversee kitchen setup, menu execution, team management, and daily service across all outlets.We believe great food starts with great ingredients. That's why we cook with care and work closely with local suppliers and neighborhood partners. Some iconic dishes are best left to the experts, which is why we proudly source them from some of Florence's finest local artisans and producers. Other classics are reimagined with a The Usual twist, always keeping sustainability at the heart of what we do.\nThis is a hands-on culinary leadership role combining daily kitchen management, menu implementation, cost control, strict HACCP compliance, and team mentoring. You will take full operational ownership of the kitchen to deliver consistent quality, efficiency, and a mindful food experience.\nAmong other things, you will:\nDrive pre-opening culinary readiness in collaboration with the F&B Manager, including kitchen workflow setup, smallwares procurement, and initial supplier onboardings.\nLead and manage all daily food production and line service across breakfast, lunch, wine bar small plates, and courtyard offerings.\nTake full accountability for HACCP protocols, local Italian sanitation guidelines, food safety, and allergen control across all kitchen areas.\nRecruit, schedule, coach, and direct the kitchen team, building a positive, organised, and collaborative environment.\nManage food inventory, receiving procedures, supplier relations, and stock rotation to maintain optimal freshness and food cost targets.\nDrive sustainable kitchen practices by actively implementing zero-waste initiatives, portion control, and energy-conscious cooking methods. \nPrepare and present high-quality dishes in line with The Usual's concept, ensuring immaculate presentation and recipe consistency.\nWork closely with the F&B Manager to analyse sales performance, evaluate menu performance, and implement seasonal dishes and daily specials.\nCollaborate seamlessly with the front-of-house team to maintain smooth service flow, rapid problem resolution, and elevated guest satisfaction.\nHelp organise kitchen support for hotel events, courtyard activations, and local artisan pop-ups.\nWhat you'll bring to the table\nCooking is your passion, and you take pride in leading an efficient, harmonious, and high-performing kitchen. As our top culinary leader, you combine strong practical culinary skills with clear team management, sharp organization, and solid operational discipline. You value quality, sustainability, and collaboration, understanding that every plate contributes to the overall guest experience.In addition, the following requirements apply:\nProven leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Head Chef, or Senior Chef de Partie, preferably within lifestyle hospitality, boutique hotels, or dynamic culinary venues.\nDemonstrated ability to manage kitchen operations independently, reporting into department management or F&B leadership.\nIn-depth certified knowledge of local Italian health & safety regulations, HACCP compliance, and allergen management.\nExperience in pre-opening kitchen setups or launching new kitchen concepts is considered a distinct advantage.\nPassion for fresh, seasonal ingredients, local Tuscan producers, and contemporary culinary techniques.\nStrong coaching, recruitment, and communication skills with an approachable, constructive leadership style.\nPractical knowledge of kitchen administrative routines (inventory counts, COGS tracking, temperature audits, and shift scheduling).\nHigh attention to detail, cleanliness, station organization, and consistent dish execution.\nAvailability to work flexible shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.\nA genuine passion for sustainability, conscious sourcing, and food waste reduction.\nFluency in Italian and working proficiency in English are required.\nYou are legally allowed to work in Italy.\nWhat's in it for you?\nAn annual salary between 30,000 - 32,000 EUR per year (includes 13th & 14th month).\n26 holidays to relax and unwind throughout the year.\nPension contribution to take care of your old days.\nThe unique opportunity to join a new hotel and set the foundations for our beautiful new location.\nContribution towards your commuting travel costs.\nA dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued.\nDo you like your colleagues? Join us for get-togethers with food and beverages to strengthen those connections.\nPersonal coaching based on (y)our goals, development and ambition.\nDiscount for you and family while enjoying time off (relax, eat, sleep, meet, and play) in our hotels.\nExtra time off to volunteer with our charities.\nThe anticipated start date for this role is January 2027.Contact information\n Questions?Please don’t hesitate to reach out (in English), we can’t wait to meet you! 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