Sous Chef

Bethesda Country Club; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bethesda Country Club is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team. This hands-on leader thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to exceptional food quality and service while developing high-performing teams.

You will oversee daily operations across multiple dining venues, mentor staff, and partner with the Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence and creative menu development for club events and member dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive culinary experience in restaurants, private clubs, hotels, or banquet operations.
• Leadership experience managing kitchen teams in a high-volume environment.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High energy, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to mentor and develop culinary talent.
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and decisive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all culinary operations, including Banquet Events, Club Grill, Trophy Room, Pub, Café, and Cabana.
• Lead, mentor, train, and develop a team of cooks, dishwashers, and culinary interns.
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and culinary innovation.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency standards.
• Monitor and control food costs while maximizing operational efficiency.
• Oversee inventory management and contribute to ongoing improvements in food cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with all HACCP standards, food safety regulations, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with culinary and food & beverage leadership to execute special events, member dining experiences, and club functions.
• Analyze operational challenges, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement throughout the kitchen operation.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented culture focused on excellence and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Sous Chef

Join a Culinary Team Committed to Excellence

Bethesda Country Club is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to help lead our dynamic culinary operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is committed to exceptional food quality and service, and enjoys developing high-performing teams.

At Bethesda Country Club, we believe our team members are our greatest asset. We invest in leaders who lead by example, inspire those around them, and are dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth.

Position Summary

1. The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in overseeing daily culinary operations while working alongside the team to deliver outstanding dining experiences. This position balances operational leadership with hands-on kitchen execution and partners closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership team to ensure excellence across all dining venues and events.

What You'll Do

• Assist in managing all culinary operations, including Banquet Events, Club Grill, Trophy Room, Pub, Café, and Cabana.
• Lead, mentor, train, and develop a team of cooks, dishwashers, and culinary interns.
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and culinary innovation.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency standards.
• Monitor and control food costs while maximizing operational efficiency.
• Oversee inventory management and contribute to ongoing improvements in food cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with all HACCP standards, food safety regulations, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with culinary and food & beverage leadership to execute special events, member dining experiences, and club functions.
• Analyze operational challenges, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement throughout the kitchen operation.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented culture focused on excellence and accountability.

What We're Looking For

• 5-7 years of progressive culinary experience in restaurants, private clubs, hotels, or banquet operations.
• Previous leadership experience managing kitchen teams in a high-volume environment.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High energy, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.
• Passion for mentoring and developing culinary talent.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Bethesda Country Club?

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative culture focused on teamwork, excellence, and member satisfaction

If you're a dedicated culinary professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your passion, creativity, and leadership can make a lasting impact.