Head Chef

BallenIsles Country Club•Brewster, WA

8d•$78,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gamble Sands is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Head Chef. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service. This role has an operational and procurement focus.

Requirements

Solid culinary technique: Confidently execute and teach a wide range of cooking methods, from sautéing and roasting to pastry and plating.
Leadership and communication: Motivate a diverse team, give clear instructions, and provide constructive feedback.
Problem solving under pressure: Stay calm, adjust plans on the fly, and resolve issues without compromising quality.
Organizational skills: Track inventory, schedule staff, and coordinate multiple orders at once.
Professionalism: Set the tone for the kitchen, modeling punctuality, cleanliness, and respect for colleagues.

Responsibilities

Overseeing food preparation: Ensure every dish meets the restaurant’s standards for taste, portion and presentation.
Managing people: Write schedules, assign tasks, train newcomers, and mediate conflicts to keep the kitchen staff motivated and focused.
Keeping an eye on supplies: Manage inventory, ordering, and equipment maintenance. Ensure ingredients are fresh and tools are in good working order.
Enforcing safety and cleanliness: Uphold food safety rules and hygiene. Monitor cooking temperatures, proper storage, and sanitary practices.
Liaising with the head chef and front of house: Translate the head chef’s ideas into practical instructions and communicate with servers or managers to solve issues quickly.