Sous Chef *All Chicago Locations*

Five Iron Golf; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Meals while working

Job summary

Five Iron Golf is seeking a Sous Chef in Chicago to lead a high-performing kitchen team, drive guest experiences, and maintain food quality.

You will train staff, manage inventory and collaborate with events to deliver top-notch dining experiences while upholding safety and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong culinary expertise with passion for food and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a high-performing kitchen team and foster collaboration.
• Oversee training and development of staff with emphasis on standards and food safety.
• Enforce expectations and accountability as directed by Head Chef.
• Coach staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Assist Head Chef in inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and food safety compliance.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations during all service periods.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Culinary expertise

Spanish language

Education

Culinary degree or cert

Tools

Google Suite

Restaurant management software

Job description

Description

Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer’s Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. With 35 locations open and more than 50 in the pipeline worldwide, the brand is expanding its reach while remaining rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and community connection.

Sous Chef

The Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining a high performing kitchen staff, keen on delivering exceptional guest experiences. Continually evaluate and improve systems and training, ensuring the highest level of execution for all guests. Ensure the kitchen operates effectively, efficiently and fiscally sound.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To The Following

• Lead and support a high-performing kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.


• Oversee training and development of kitchen staff with an emphasis on standards and good food safety practices.


• Based on guidance from the Head Chef, enforce expectations and hold team members responsible for their performance.


• Coach and develop other kitchen staff to ensure consistent and high-quality food preparation and presentation.


• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and food safety compliance.


• Ensure efficient and effective kitchen operations during all service periods, maintaining a smooth and timely flow of service.


• Partner with the Head Chef and General Manager - Social to align kitchen operations with the overall business goals and objectives, including but not limited to maintaining budgeted food cost, labor cost and the successful execution of events in space.


• Collaborate with the events team to ensure seamless execution of all culinary aspects during events.


• Maintain a high standard of presentation and service to deliver exceptional event experiences.


• Deliver an exceptional dining experience by ensuring all dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards.


• Address guest feedback and concerns promptly and professionally, using feedback to improve the culinary offering.


• Foster a culture of hospitality within the kitchen team, ensuring all interactions with guests are positive and engaging.


• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure the best quality ingredients and cost-effective purchasing.

Required Qualifications

• Culinary school degree or professional certifications, or commensurate work experience


• Minimum 2 years culinary leadership experience in a high volume and fast-paced environment


• Proven track record as a member of high-performing kitchen teams


• Strong culinary expertise, with a passion for food and innovation


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure


• Working knowledge of Google suite applications and restaurant management software


• English fluency required; Spanish language skills are a plus

Benefits (*applies only to full-time employees):

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance*


• Long and Short-Term Disability*


• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance*


• 401(k) *


• Meals while working are included for free

Pay: $60K-$66K/year

Job Type: Exempt, Full time

Schedule: Nights and weekends required

Five Iron Golf is committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for employees of all backgrounds. Five Iron Golf provides Equal Employment Opportunity to everyone and complies with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations. Five Iron Golf will consider all requests for reasonable accommodations as required.