SOUS CHEF

Contentment Golf Club•Traphill, NC

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About The Position

Landscapes Golf Management and Contentment Golf Club are seeking a Sous Chef to support culinary operations, maintain high quality standards, and help create memorable dining experiences. The role assists the Executive Chef with kitchen functions, including menu development, food purchasing and preparation, quality standards, sanitation, employee management and training, presentation, portion control, and cost control. The club is set in a golf course environment with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Sous Chef plans, directs, and participates in food preparation; supervises kitchen staff; and helps ensure compliance with company standards and health and fire regulations. The position also supports inventory, scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, menu planning, equipment maintenance, events, and staff training. It requires food and beverage operations knowledge, proven culinary skills, safe food-handling knowledge, and effective organization and communication.

Requirements

Working knowledge of food and beverage operations, including financial controls, staff management, and facilities and equipment management.
Understanding of safe food-handling procedures and processes and responsible alcohol service; ability to maintain a safe and secure operation.
Proven culinary knowledge and techniques.
Ability to negotiate, organize, delegate, and prioritize work under pressure.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and POS systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
One year of experience as a chef.
Certified Food Protection Manager (ServSafe Manager Certification).

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote and act consistently with Landscapes Golf Management values, policies, procedures, standards, and training programs.
Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations related to food preparation, service, and building maintenance.
Plan, direct, and participate in food preparation under the Executive Chef’s instruction.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, evaluating, disciplining, and termination decisions for kitchen personnel.
Maintain kitchen cleaning schedules and inspect food storage and work areas.
Check the quality of raw and cooked food products and maintain appropriate food holding and refrigeration temperatures.
Receive vendor stock orders and assist with inventory management.
Instruct kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation.
Work with the Executive Chef to plan and price menu items, set portion sizes, and prepare recipe cards.
Supervise or coordinate kitchen employees engaged in food preparation and ensure consistent adherence to recipes and service standards.
Schedule personnel to meet anticipated business needs and labor cost objectives.
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for compliance with established standards.
Collaborate on food presentation and create decorative food displays.
Assist with planning, budgeting, and purchasing for food operations.
Train kitchen employees on equipment, utensils, cleanliness, sanitation, first aid, safe lifting and carrying, and hazardous-material handling.
Collaborate with personnel to develop recipes and menus based on factors such as seasonal ingredients and expected guest counts.
Demonstrate cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
Keep equipment clean and in good working condition through inspection and preventative maintenance programs.
Meet with guests about menus for special occasions when needed.
Assist with paperwork, forms, reports, and schedules when needed.
Direct event setup or takedown and complete related reports when required.
Maintain the confidentiality of company, employee, and member or guest information.
Support the club and company through service-oriented conduct, positive interactions, and adherence to quality, service, and safety expectations.
Attend and participate in scheduled staff meetings.
Perform additional assignments as directed by Landscapes Golf Management managers.