A La Carte Sous Chef

Houston Racquet Club•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Houston Racquet Club is seeking an experienced, energetic, and hands-on A La Carte Sous Chef to help lead our Grill Kitchen and deliver outstanding dining experiences to our members and guests. This is more than just a cooking position—it's an opportunity to be part of a collaborative culinary team that takes pride in quality, creativity, and hospitality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive culinary experience, preferably in a private club, fine dining, hotel, or upscale restaurant environment.
Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Culinary education is a plus but not required
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Leading and supervising line cooks during service
Ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
Managing daily kitchen production and execution
Maintaining recipe, portion, and plating standards
Monitoring inventory levels and assisting with ordering
Upholding the highest standards of sanitation, food safety, and organization
Training, mentoring, and developing kitchen team members
Assisting with menu specials and culinary innovation
Supporting banquet and club-wide culinary operations when needed
Stepping into leadership roles when the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef are unavailable