Sous Chef

Bethesda Country Club•Bethesda, MD

27d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Bethesda Country Club is seeking an experienced, passionate Sous Chef to help lead its culinary operation. The Sous Chef oversees daily culinary operations while working hands-on with the kitchen team to deliver outstanding dining experiences. The role partners closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership team to support excellence across dining venues and events. The club emphasizes leadership by example, team development, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Requirements

2–4 years of progressive culinary experience in restaurants, private clubs, hotels, or banquet operations.
Previous leadership experience managing kitchen teams in a high-volume environment.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
High energy, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.
Passion for mentoring and developing culinary talent.
Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing culinary operations across Banquet Events, Club Grill, Trophy Room, Pub, Café, and Cabana.
Lead, mentor, train, and develop cooks, dishwashers, and culinary interns.
Support menu planning, recipe development, and culinary innovation.
Maintain food quality, presentation, and consistency standards.
Monitor and control food costs and maximize operational efficiency.
Oversee inventory management and contribute to improvements in food cost controls.
Ensure compliance with HACCP standards, food safety regulations, and sanitation procedures.
Collaborate with culinary and food & beverage leadership to execute special events, member dining experiences, and club functions.
Analyze operational challenges, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement in kitchen operations.
Foster a positive, professional, team-oriented culture focused on excellence and accountability.