Sous Chef - Chef de Tournant

New Albany Country Club; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Days

401k Plan

Free Employee Meals

Consistent Scheduling

Employee Appreciation & Longevity

Job summary

New Albany Country Club in New Albany, OH, seeks an Experienced Sous Chef to lead a high‑performing kitchen for à la carte dining and upscale events. You will support the Executive Chef, supervise staff, and ensure exceptional quality, presentation, and service.

Ideal candidates bring culinary credentials, 2+ years supervisory experience, and 3+ years total kitchen experience, with a passion for teamwork and member experience in a private club setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a culinary team in a high-volume, upscale setting.
• Strong grasp of food cost control, prep systems, and timing.
• Commitment to sanitation, safety, and consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Help lead the kitchen alongside the Executive Chef and fellow Sous Chefs.
• Supervise, train, and develop culinary staff for performance.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and execution.
• Plan menus for à la carte dining, events, and functions.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and daily live cost tracking.
• Expedite during peak service and maintain high standards.
• Uphold sanitation and organization; assist with staffing and scheduling.
• Work across stations as needed in a hands-on leadership role.

Education

Culinary degree

ACF certification

Job description

Step Into a True Culinary Leadership Role

New Albany Country Club is seeking an Experienced Sous Chef to help lead a high-performing kitchen delivering exceptional à la carte dining and high-end events for our members.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $50,000–$54,000 (based on experience)
• Health Insurance – available immediately (no waiting period)
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Days (after 30 days)
• 401k Plan
• Free Employee Meals
• Consistent Scheduling
• Employee Appreciation & Longevity Programs

Why Chefs Choose New Albany Country Club

• Work-Life Balance Kitchen (predictable, consistent schedule)
• High-quality ingredients & elevated presentation standards
• Professional, team-oriented culture
• Mix of à la carte dining + upscale events & wine dinners
• Stable, year-round employment

What You’ll Do

• Support the Executive Chef & fellow Sous Chefs in daily kitchen operations and leadership
• Assist with supervising, training, and developing culinary team members
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and execution
• Contribute to menu planning across à la carte dining, events, and specialty functions
• Manage inventory, food cost controls, and daily raw cost tracking
• Expedite during peak service to maintain standards and flow
• Maintain strict sanitation, safety, and organization standards
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and kitchen administration
• Work any station as needed—this is a hands-on leadership role

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Sous Chef or strong Lead Line Cook ready to step up
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen
• Strong understanding of food cost control, prep systems, and execution timing
• Passion for presentation, consistency, and member experience
• Solid knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards

Qualifications

• Culinary degree, ACF certification, or equivalent experience preferred
• 2+ years kitchen supervisory experience preferred
• 3+ years total kitchen experience (including lead line role)

Work Environment

• Upscale private club kitchen
• High-volume à la carte + banquet/event execution
• Team-driven, professional culinary culture
• Opportunity for growth within a premier club

Join a kitchen where your schedule is respected, your work is valued, and your standards matter.