Sous Chef
Company : Bowlero
Location : Dania Beach, FL, 33004
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Overview
Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as a Sous Chef and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today!
WHAT OUR SOUS CHEFS DO
Our Sous Chefs are skilled chefs who combine their natural culinary ability with exceptional management skills. They’re the guardians of our Food & Beverage program, bringing our nationally recognized menus to life, keeping standards high, and managing their kitchens efficiently.
A SOUS CHEF'S DAY-TO-DAY
- Adhere to the company’s mandated F&B menu and purchasing programs
- Maintain budgeted revenue, costs of sales, labor, supplies, as well as operating cash flow as it relates to food operations; review monthly profit & loss statements and make adjustments as necessary
- Work with the Operations team and Sales staff in the absence of the KM/Chef, plan, supervise, and execute all banquet functions in conjunction with the operations and sales staff including supervision of the preparation and service of food and refreshments, as well as clean-up.
- Estimate food consumption and make purchases as appropriate from our specified food program; schedule staff efficiently to accommodate shifts in business volume
- Partner with KM/Chef or General Manager to address and resolve disciplinary issues as appropriate. Foster a team work environment.
- Ensure that our product quality, freshness, and presentation are always at company standard; supervise and oversee the preparation, portioning, garnishing, and storage of all food
- Assist Chef with managing all kitchen equipment maintenance as well as local Department of Health (DOH) regulations by conducting sanitation audits
- Proactively ensures that a clean, safe environment is maintained at all times.
- Report critical issues to General Manager ASAP.
WHAT IT TAKES
- Minimum of 1- 3 years of kitchen supervisory experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue is required
- Experience preparing catered events and presenting foods for special events desirable
- Relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.
- Current ServSafe certification required.
PERKS (MORE REASONS YOU’LL LOVE YOUR JOB)
- Free Bowling
- $1 Arcade Play
- 20% off Events
- 50% off Food & Beverages
- Weekly Pay
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Typical entertainment environment where you will walk, bend and stand for periods of time, and may lift objects with some assistance.
Who We Are
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world’s premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits
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Frequently asked questions
Dania Beach's vibrant hospitality scene creates steady demand for skilled sous chefs, especially in entertainment venues like Bowlero. Candidates with ServSafe certification and banquet experience have an edge. Local competition is moderate, with employers valuing both culinary expertise and kitchen leadership under high-volume conditions.
Besides the mandatory ServSafe certification, Dania Beach employers often favor sous chefs with additional food safety or kitchen management credentials. Certifications demonstrating banquet event coordination skills or experience in entertainment-focused kitchens can significantly improve hiring prospects in this locale.
Emphasizing strong kitchen supervisory experience, proficiency in food cost management, and expertise in executing banquet functions will set you apart. Demonstrating your ability to maintain food quality, safety standards, and handle staff scheduling effectively is vital for sous chef roles.
Sous chefs take on greater responsibility for kitchen operations, including budget oversight, staff management, and quality control. Unlike junior or assistant chefs, they often lead banquet planning and interface with management to ensure smooth service and compliance with health regulations.
A sous chef position often serves as a stepping stone to executive chef roles or culinary management within hospitality and entertainment sectors. Building expertise in high-volume kitchen leadership and event catering enhances your prospects for senior chef or operational positions.
Bowlero combines culinary duties with an entertainment-driven environment, offering perks like free bowling and discounted food, creating a lively workplace culture. Sous chefs here balance food quality with dynamic event catering, fostering teamwork in a nationally recognized menu setting.
Sous chefs at Bowlero navigate fluctuating business volumes, requiring agile staff scheduling and stringent cost control. They manage banquet execution alongside regular menu adherence, maintain equipment and sanitation standards, and collaborate closely with operations to uphold service excellence.
In Dania Beach, sous chefs typically earn between $45,000 and $55,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and venue type. Entertainment-focused employers like Bowlero may offer additional incentives or benefits enhancing the total compensation package.
Local hospitality hubs, including hotels, banquet facilities, and entertainment venues, frequently list sous chef vacancies. Searching platforms with filters for Dania Beach and nearby cities, or visiting company career pages like Bowlero’s, increases chances of discovering relevant opportunities.