Sous Chef

Salamander Resort; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee hotel rates

Discounts on resort amenities

Professional development and career e

Job summary

Salamander Middleburg in Virginia’s luxury hospitality group is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef with a primary focus on banquet and event culinary operations, covering restaurants and outlets as needed.

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, you will supervise food preparation and service for weddings, corporate meetings, receptions, and special events, while helping develop the culinary team and coordinating event production to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years of culinary leadership or supervisory experience in luxury hospitality
• Experience in banquet operations, high-volume cooking, catering, and event food production
• Ability to read and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
• Proficiency in standard recipes, inventory, and cost controls
• English communication skills and flexibility to work varied shifts

Responsibilities

• Banquet and Event Execution: supervise food prep and service for dinners, buffets, weddings, meetings, and catered events
• Production Planning: review BEOs and coordinate prep schedules, quantities, staffing, and timing
• Culinary Quality: ensure recipe consistency, portion control, flavor, presentation, and proper temperatures
• Team Supervision: train and mentor cooks, provide hands-on guidance during service
• Menu Support: assist with seasonal menus and dietary accommodations
• Kitchen Operations: assist with purchasing, receiving, storage, and organization
• Cost Control: monitor usage, reduce waste, and support labor management
• Food Safety: maintain clean, safe kitchen and compliance with standards
• Department Collaboration: coordinate with other resort teams for timely service
• Resort Culinary Coverage: support multiple outlets as needed

Skills

Banquet operations

Culinary leadership

Team supervision

Knife skills

Read BEOs

Education

Culinary degree or accredited apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Sous Chef

Full-time Regular Middleburg, VA, US

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $72,000.00 Annually

Salamander Middleburg – Middleburg, VA

About Salamander Middleburg

Nestled in Virginia’s picturesque horse and wine country, Salamander Middleburg offers exceptional dining, memorable events, and opportunities to grow within a luxury hospitality portfolio. Join a culinary team dedicated to creativity, quality, and outstanding guest experiences.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented, hands-onSous Chef whose primary focus will bebanquet and event culinary operations, with coverage of restaurants and other culinary outlets as needed.

Working under the direction of the Executive Chef and designated culinary leadership, you will supervise food preparation and service for weddings, corporate meetings, receptions, and special events. You will help develop the culinary team, coordinate event production, and maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Banquet and Event Execution: Supervise food preparation and service for plated dinners, buffets, receptions, weddings, meetings, and catered functions.
• Production Planning: Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and coordinate preparation schedules, food quantities, staffing needs, and service timing.
• Culinary Quality: Ensure consistent recipe execution, portion control, flavor, presentation, and proper food temperatures.
• Team Supervision: Train, mentor, and guide cooks and culinary team members. Provide clear direction and hands-on assistance during preparation and service.
• Menu Support: Assist culinary leadership with seasonal menus, standardized recipes, and accommodations for dietary needs and food allergies.
• Kitchen Operations: Assist with purchasing, receiving, storage, inventory management, and organization of food preparation areas.
• Cost Control: Monitor food usage, reduce waste, and support effective food cost and labor management.
• Food Safety: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Department Collaboration: Communicate with Banquets, Catering, and other resort teams to ensure coordinated, timely event service.
• Resort Culinary Coverage: Support restaurants and other culinary outlets when business needs require.

Qualifications

• At leasttwo years of culinary leadership or supervisory experience in a luxury hotel, resort, catering operation, or fine dining restaurant.
• Experience inbanquet operations, high-volume cooking, catering, and event food production.
• Ability to coordinate multiple functions while maintaining quality and meeting service deadlines.
• Strong knife skills and proficiency in cooking techniques and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Experience following standardized recipes, managing inventory, and supporting food and labor cost controls.
• Ability to read and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
• Culinary degree or accredited apprenticeship preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to perform essential job duties, including prolonged standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and ability to meet Salamander’s driver requirements.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee hotel rates
• Discounts on resort amenities
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Build your culinary career in a beautiful resort setting where your skills, leadership, and passion for exceptional food are valued.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, and discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.