Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Menus, Lead Kitchen Team

Fairfield Glade Community Club; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield Glade Community Club in Crossville, TN is seeking a skilled sous chef to assist the Director of Culinary in managing kitchen operations and food preparation. This role supervises kitchen staff, ensures food quality, maintains sanitation, and helps with scheduling, inventory, and training.

The sous chef may step in to lead the kitchen in the executive chef’s absence, upholding safety standards and cost control while supporting menu planning and seasonal specials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong culinary skills and kitchen leadership experience.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise line cooks and kitchen staff.
• Oversee daily food preparation, plating, and service.
• Support menu planning, recipe testing, and seasonal specials.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and supply control.
• Train, coach, and evaluate kitchen employees.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and cost control.

Job description

Fairfield Glade Community Club in Crossville, TN is seeking a skilled sous chef to assist the Director of Culinary in managing kitchen operations and food preparation. This role supervises kitchen staff, ensures food quality, maintains sanitation, and helps with scheduling, inventory, and training.

The sous chef may step in to lead the kitchen in the executive chef’s absence, upholding safety standards and cost control while supporting menu planning and seasonal specials.