Sous Chef- Country Club

Harper Associates Llc; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper Associates Llc is seeking a Country Club Member Dining Room Chef in the Detroit Suburbs to lead all culinary operations for the club’s à la carte restaurant and deliver exceptional dining experiences for members and guests.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop seasonal menus, recruit and mentor the culinary team, and manage costs while upholding high sanitation and safety standards. Collaboration with leadership ensures superior member service.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in upscale dining environments.
• Experience with private clubs, resorts or hotels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food quality, presentation, and service execution.
• Develop creative, seasonal menus and member-focused specials.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and lead the culinary team.
• Manage food and labor costs, inventory, and departmental P&L.
• Maintain high sanitation, safety, organization, and consistency.
• Collaborate with F&B leadership and front-of-house to enhance member experience.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and creative kitchen culture.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Team leadership

Budget control

Job description

Country Club Member Dining Room Chef - Detroit Suburbs

The Restaurant Chef will lead all culinary operations for the club’s à la carte restaurant, delivering a consistently exceptional dining experience for members and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food quality, presentation, and service execution.
• Develop creative, seasonal menus and specials that reflect member preferences and current culinary trends.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and lead the culinary team.
• Manage food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and departmental P&L.
• Maintain high standards for sanitation, safety, organization, and consistency.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership and front-of-house teams to enhance the overall member experience.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and creative kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Proven culinary leadership experience in an upscale restaurant, private club, hotel, or similar environment.
• Creative, organized, and passionate about hospitality and member service.