Sous Chef

LagerHead Tavern; Zion Crossroads (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Creek Golf Club in Zion Cross Roads, VA is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will help oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high standards for food quality and presentation, and lead the culinary team during service.

You should have professional kitchen experience, ability to supervise staff, strong organization, and a proven track record in fast-paced environments, with availability for evenings, weekends, and

Qualifications

• Previous professional culinary experience required; supervisory or Sous Chef experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate a culinary team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations and culinary production.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of high-quality menu items according to established standards.
• Supervise and support cooks and other culinary team members during service.
• Help maintain consistency in food quality, portioning, presentation, and timing.
• Assist with training and developing culinary staff.
• Support banquet, tournament, member event, and special-event food production.
• Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, and proper storage.
• Help minimize waste and maintain appropriate food and labor cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment.
• Assume kitchen leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef's absence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Team supervision

Time management

Organization

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Sous Chef

Zion Crossroads VA

Spring Creek Golf Club is seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will help oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high standards for food quality and presentation, and provide leadership to the culinary team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations and culinary production.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of high-quality menu items according to established standards.
• Supervise and support cooks and other culinary team members during service.
• Help maintain consistency in food quality, portioning, presentation, and timing.
• Assist with training and developing culinary staff.
• Support banquet, tournament, member event, and special-event food production.
• Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, and proper storage.
• Help minimize waste and maintain appropriate food and labor cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment.
• Assume kitchen leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef's absence.

Qualifications

• Previous professional culinary experience required; supervisory or Sous Chef experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate a culinary team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.