Executive Sous Chef — Farm-to-Table Leader

Goodstone; Middleburg (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Goodstone, nestled on 265 acres in Virginia wine country, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead Grayson's at Goodstone with hands-on service and strong leadership. You will mentor a culinary team, ensure top quality, and craft seasonal, farm-to-table menus that honor Virginia’s agricultural heritage.

The role requires directing kitchen operations, producing consistently exceptional dishes, and partnering with the Executive Chef to elevate guest dining experiences in a luxury inn setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a Sous Chef or culinary leadership position.
• Experience in upscale, luxury, boutique hotel, resort, or fine dining environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of seasonal cooking, scratch kitchens, and farm-to-table cuisine.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing labor, inventory, purchasing, and food costs.
• ServSafe Certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining the highest culinary standards.
• Work side-by-side with the culinary team during prep and service.
• Execute seasonal menus with consistency, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Ensure every dish reflects the quality and presentation standards of Grayson's at Goodstone.
• Assist with recipe development, menu planning, and seasonal offerings.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to continuously elevate the guest dining experience.
• When the Executive Chef is away, assume responsibility for the entire culinary operation.
• Collaborate with Front of House leadership to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Maintain calm, decisive leadership during busy service periods.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the culinary operation.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Goodstone, nestled on 265 acres in Virginia wine country, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead Grayson's at Goodstone with hands-on service and strong leadership. You will mentor a culinary team, ensure top quality, and craft seasonal, farm-to-table menus that honor Virginia’s agricultural heritage.

The role requires directing kitchen operations, producing consistently exceptional dishes, and partnering with the Executive Chef to elevate guest dining experiences in a luxury inn setting.