Executive Sous Chef - Lead Culinary & Kitchen Ops

Invited Clubs; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Invited is seeking an Executive Sous Chef at Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, TX. You will lead daily kitchen operations under the Executive Chef, manage production, and drive cost controls while ensuring top-quality cuisine and safety standards for members and guests.

This developmental role prepares for advancement to Executive Chef, with responsibilities spanning menu development, procurement, scheduling, and staff leadership in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Oversee menu development and meal planning/production, aligning with forecasted member counts.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and high hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Procure food supplies and kitchen equipment; manage inventory.
• Set budgetary requirements for food, equipment, and materials; ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Analyze production reports to control expenses and improve efficiency.
• Lead recruitment and hiring for kitchen staff with insights from the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities

• Oversee menu development and meal planning/production, aligning with forecasted member counts to ensure optimal service and product quality.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen including equipment, work areas, counters, tools, and waste management, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Procure food supplies and kitchen equipment, including inventory organization and participation in periodic inventory counts.
• Determine budgetary requirements for food supplies, kitchen equipment, and materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Analyze food and labor production reports, utilizing menu engineering and other data to control expenses and optimize operational efficiency.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and hiring processes for kitchen staff, incorporating the Executive Chef’s insights and recommendations to build a high-performing team.
• Coordinate scheduling and adjust work hours and responsibilities to meet operational needs, addressing employee concerns and resolving issues promptly.
• Evaluate and implement policies to uphold safe workplace practices, addressing and resolving any safety issues to ensure a secure environment for all employees.
• Act as a key representative of the club in member interactions, including conducting daily table visits, gathering feedback, and promoting the club’s reputation within the community and industry.
• Provide professional and responsive service to members and guests, addressing requests and concerns with a focus on exceeding expectations and ensuring satisfaction.
• Lead by example and participate actively as a team member.
• Regularly direct and oversee the work of at least two or more full-time employees, ensuring effective teamwork and operational cohesion.

Skills

Menu planning

Team leadership

Cost control

Food safety knowledge

Kitchen operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Health and sanitation card

Serve Safe certification

Culinary arts degree (preferred)

Job description

Invited is seeking an Executive Sous Chef at Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, TX. You will lead daily kitchen operations under the Executive Chef, manage production, and drive cost controls while ensuring top-quality cuisine and safety standards for members and guests.

This developmental role prepares for advancement to Executive Chef, with responsibilities spanning menu development, procurement, scheduling, and staff leadership in a dynamic hospitality environment.