SOUS CHEF

About the role

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is seeking a skilled chef to join their culinary team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a prestigious setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food production meets quality, presentation, sanitation, and cost control standards as per the Executive Chef's specifications.
• Work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and split shifts.
• Arrive on time, wear proper uniform, and maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Attend required training and safety courses, and participate in departmental meetings.
• Consult with the Executive Chef on menus, special preparations, and new ideas.
• Oversee kitchen staff to maintain high standards of sanitation and safety.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, including utility staff and servers.
• Assist in food inventory, daily maintenance, and actual counts.
• Order produce and manage kitchen labor costs.
• Provide assistance in scheduling staff and handling food-related events.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English at a sufficient level for effective communication.
• At least 5 years of cooking experience, with 2 years in management in upscale, luxury hotel or restaurant settings.
• Working knowledge of 5 basic sauce groups, soup preparations, food products, cooking temperatures, and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of all kitchen equipment and safety features.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work on feet, move quickly for long periods, lift and move 50 pounds, and use cleaning chemicals.

Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/holiday/sick leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dry cleaning/laundering benefits
• Free parking
• Employee café
• 401K plan
• Employee room and store discount

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and split shifts.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/holiday/sick leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dry cleaning/laundering benefits
• Free parking
• Employee café
• 401K plan
• Employee room and store discount