Culinary Lead: Menu, Safety & Events

City of Arvada; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arvada is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support culinary operations at West Woods Golf Club and Lake Arbor Golf Course. You will assist the Executive Chef with kitchen operations, staff supervision, menu development, food quality and safety, inventory, and special events.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to manage multiple venues in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Progressive culinary leadership in high-volume operations.
• Knowledge of local/state/federal food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage food costs and inventory effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily back-of-house operations for multiple venues.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate kitchen staff to high standards.
• Lead kitchen operations in Executive Chef's absence and act as culinary leader when needed.
• Ensure food prepared and presented per recipes and quality standards.
• Monitor production, inventory, and rotation to minimize waste and control costs.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and events.
• Maintain compliance with health regulations and food safety inspections.
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory and vendor coordination.
• Support tournaments, banquets, and other events.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Menu development

Staff supervision

Education

Associates Degree in culinary arts

Job description

The City of Arvada is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support culinary operations at West Woods Golf Club and Lake Arbor Golf Course. You will assist the Executive Chef with kitchen operations, staff supervision, menu development, food quality and safety, inventory, and special events.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to manage multiple venues in a fast-paced environment.