Sous Chef

About the role

The Club at Longview is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations. This position operates Wednesday through Sunday, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, and daily workflow.
• Serve as a working Sous Chef, actively cooking on the line during dinner service while leading the kitchen team.
• Run and oversee dinner service, ensuring efficient execution, consistent food quality, and timely ticket flow.
• Complete daily prep responsibilities during the afternoon and assist with kitchen closing duties each evening.
• Absorb and manage kitchen orders, inventory management, food storage, rotation, and cost control to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop kitchen staff to maintain a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, and day-to-day kitchen management.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and execute weekly specials and seasonal menu features.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while ensuring compliance with all food safety and health regulations.
• Inspect and maintain kitchen equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and proper operation.
• Work closely with front-of-house staff to deliver an exceptional guest dining experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of fine dining culinary experience required, with previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead a team while working efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong math skills with the ability to calculate recipes, food costs, inventory, and portion yields.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in a hot kitchen environment for extended periods, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Passion for culinary excellence, teamwork, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of fine dining culinary experience required, with previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead a team while working efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong math skills with the ability to calculate recipes, food costs, inventory, and portion yields.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in a hot kitchen environment for extended periods, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Passion for culinary excellence, teamwork, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Food safety and hygiene practices.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Time management and multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and maintenance.

Benefits

The Club at Longview offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $X-$Y per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The normal work schedule for this position is Wednesday through Sunday, including evenings and weekends.