Sous Chef

Hay Creek Hotels; Englishtown (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knob Hill Golf Club is seeking a Sous Chef to work directly with the Executive Chef. The Sous Chef will manage kitchen operations, maintain food quality, and assist in training staff while ensuring compliance with health guidelines. Ideal candidates should have prior experience, excellent culinary skills, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

401k

401k matching

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques.
• Serv Safe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage kitchen stations.
• Assist in daily operations and staff training.
• Maintain food quality and cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary techniques and practices

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Work ethic

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Job description

Knob Hill Golf Club caters to a diverse membership and hosts all types of banquet events (weddings, golf outings, member events, bar mitzvahs, showers, meetings, etc.) We also have a full bar inside the clubs restaurant, The Sycamore Grille. We are open all year and are open to the public. The Sous chef would work directly with the Executive chef to maintain the flow of the kitchen during service and banquets.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and working all kitchen stations when needed.
• Assist Executive Chef in managing day to day and long term kitchen operations.
  
• Assist in Creating Prep Lists, Maintaining Cleanliness, and Supervise staff.
  
• Maintain standard of food quality, cost, appearance and flavor.
  
• Assist Executive Chef in training and discipline.
  
• Assist Executive Chef with the ordering and receiving of all kitchen related goods when needed.
  
• Ensure all food is neatly/properly stored.
  
• Follow all State and local health and safety guidelines and regulations.
  
• Maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness.
  
• Assists with other duties as instructed by the Executive Chef.

Benefits:

• 401k
  
• 401k matching
  
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
  

Experience Level:

• Line Cook Experience
  
• Banquet Experience
  
• Sous Chef Experience
  

Shifts:

• Full-Time
  
• 8-10 hours
  
• Morning, Afternoon, Evening Shifts
  
• Weekdays and Weekends
  
• Holidays

General Requirements:

• Previous Experience as sous chef or similar role
  
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
  
• Excellent Knife Skills and Attention to Detail
  
• Great Work Ethic
  
• Knowledge in food planning and purchasing.
  
• Excellent Organization skills
  
• Ability to work well under pressure
  
• Ability to work well with others
  
• Great verbal communication skills
  
• Must maintain proper grooming and hygiene
  
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
  
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  
• Must be able to work in excessive heat associated with kitchen environments
  
• Strong ability to multi-task
  
• Serv Safe a Plus

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