Executive Sous Chef

Jimmy Jazz; California (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation expense covered

Job summary

CordeValle is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to join our luxury golf club and resort in San Martin, California. You will be the second-in-command of the culinary operation and lead a team across private club dining, banquets, weddings, and resort services.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will maintain high standards, stay hands-on in the kitchen, develop Sous Chefs and cooks, review menus and BEOs, manage labor and costs, and ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive culinary experience in upscale hospitality.
• 5+ years of culinary leadership in executive/senior roles.
• Strong banquet and high-volume event experience.
• California food safety certification or strong knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations with the Executive Chef.
• Serve as culinary leader in Executive Chef's absence.
• Maintain a hands-on presence in the kitchen during prep and service.
• Lead and develop Sous Chefs, cooks, stewards, and other culinary team members.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and execution.
• Oversee culinary execution for member dining, resort operations, banquets, weddings, corporate events, and golf events.
• Review BEOs and coordinate culinary production and event execution.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal menus, specials, tastings, and events.
• Maintain recipe, portion, plating, and presentation standards.
• Manage production levels and mise en place based on anticipated business.
• Assist with culinary scheduling and labor management.
• Monitor food cost, purchasing, inventory, waste, and departmental expenses.
• Help ensure culinary operations achieve financial objectives and maintain safety standards.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage, Banquets, Stewarding, Purchasing, and other departments.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Banquet management

High-volume operations

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 / Year
• Other Compensation Annual Incentive
• Job Category Culinary, Hospitality, Food & Beverage
• Industry Hospitality, Events & Catering, Food & Beverage
• Relocation Expense Covered Yes
• Employee Type Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Join the Culinary Leadership Team at CordeValle

CordeValle is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at our luxury golf club and resort in San Martin, California.

This is an opportunity for a talented culinary leader who enjoys being in the kitchen, leading a team, and executing at a high level. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef will serve as the second-in-command of the culinary operation and play a key role in maintaining exceptional standards across CordeValle's diverse food and beverage operation.

Our culinary team supports a unique combination of private club dining, resort guests, banquets, weddings, corporate events, golf events, and special member experiences. We are looking for a leader who can successfully operate in this dynamic environment while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency.

What You'll Do

As Executive Sous Chef, you will:

• Partner with the Executive Chef to lead daily culinary operations.
• Serve as the culinary leader in the Executive Chef's absence.
• Maintain a strong, hands-on presence in the kitchens during preparation and service.
• Lead and develop Sous Chefs, cooks, stewards, and other culinary team members.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and execution.
• Oversee culinary execution for member dining, resort operations, banquets, weddings, corporate events, golf events, and special functions.
• Review BEOs and coordinate culinary production and event execution.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal menus, specials, tastings, and special events.
• Maintain recipe, portion, plating, and presentation standards.
• Manage production levels and mise en place based on anticipated business.
• Assist with culinary scheduling and labor management.
• Monitor food cost, purchasing, inventory, waste, and departmental expenses.
• Help ensure culinary operations achieve established financial and budget objectives.
• Maintain exceptional sanitation, organization, food safety, and workplace safety standards.
• Work closely with Food & Beverage, Banquets, Stewarding, Purchasing, and other departments to deliver seamless member and guest experiences.
• Anticipate operational challenges and take ownership of resolving them.

The Leader We're Looking For

At CordeValle, an Executive Sous Chef isn't someone who manages the kitchen from an office.

We are looking for a culinary leader who is visible, organized, calm under pressure, accountable, and actively engaged with the team. You should be equally comfortable leading a busy banquet execution, coaching a cook, reviewing labor and food costs, preparing for the next day's events, and stepping onto the line when the operation needs you.

You will have significant responsibility for the day-to-day success of the culinary department and must be capable of leading the operation when the Executive Chef is unavailable.

Our Core Values

Everything we do is guided by CordeValle's core values:

COMMITTED – We are whole-heartedly dedicated to caring for our members, guests, and associates.

AMBASSADOR – We serve others with friendliness and warmth to exceed expectations.

AUTHENTIC – We genuinely create an exclusive and unforgettable experience.

RESOURCEFUL – We are creative, innovative, and tenacious in all our endeavors.

EXCELLENT – We offer our unique skills, knowledge, and experience.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate has:

• 10+ years of progressive culinary experience in an upscale hotel, resort, private club, fine dining, or high-volume culinary operation preferred.
• 5+ years of culinary leadership experience as an Executive Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or similar role preferred.
• Strong banquet and high-volume event experience.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing culinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of food and labor cost management.
• Experience with purchasing, inventory, scheduling, production planning, and waste reduction.
• Excellent organization and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience reading and executing BEOs and complex event schedules.
• A hands-on leadership style and willingness to be present in the kitchen.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• California food safety certification as required.

Because hospitality doesn't operate on a Monday-through-Friday schedule, candidates must be available to work based on the needs of the business, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Summary

Why CordeValle?

CordeValle offers the opportunity to work in a distinctive luxury hospitality environment where culinary excellence, personalized service, and attention to detail are fundamental to the member and guest experience.

If you are a hands-on culinary leader who takes pride in developing teams, executing exceptional food, and creating memorable experiences, we invite you to apply.

At CordeValle, we believe in investing in our associates and supporting both their professional and personal well-being. Eligible employees have access to a competitive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short-term disability (STD) coverage; Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs); 401(k) retirement benefits; vacation and sick time; tuition reimbursement; job-related education and professional development opportunities; access to our credit union partnership; fun employee events and activities throughout the year; and access to CordeValle amenities, including golf, tennis, and pickleball. Benefit eligibility and availability vary based on position, employment status, length of service, and applicable plan terms.

CordeValle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.