Pinecrest Golf Course is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager in all kitchen functions. You will play a key role in menu development, food purchasing, preparation, and maintaining our high standards for quality, sanitation, and cleanliness.

What You'll Do

Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with company values.
Monitor and maintain compliance with health and fire regulations.
Plan, direct, and participate in food preparation under the instruction of the Executive Chef.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining kitchen personnel.
Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, equipment, and storage areas.
Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure standards are met.
Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
Check in stock orders delivered by vendors and assist with inventory management.
Instruct cooks or other workers in preparing, cooking, garnishing, or presenting food.
Work with the Executive Chef to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare standard recipe cards.
Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.
Ensure all food is consistently prepared and served according to recipes and standards.
Schedule personnel as required for anticipated business activity while meeting labor cost objectives.
Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
Collaborate on food presentation and create decorative food displays.
Assist in planning, budgeting, or purchasing for all food operations.
Oversee the continuous training of kitchen employees on equipment, cleanliness, sanitation, first-aid, and safety.
Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus.
Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.
Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition.
May meet with guests to discuss menus for special occasions like weddings, parties, or banquets.
May assist with the preparation of required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules.
May be required to direct the set-up and/or takedown of course events and complete necessary reports.
Maintain the confidentiality of company, employee, and member/guest information.
Demonstrate a commitment to the work and success of the club and the Company.
Attend and actively participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Perform additional assignments per the direction of managers.

What We're Looking For

One year of experience as a chef.
Certified Food Protection Manager (ServSafe Manager Certification).
Working knowledge in Food and Beverage operations, specifically in financial controls, staff management, and facilities and equipment management.
Understanding safe food handling procedures and processes and responsible alcohol service.
Proven culinary knowledge and techniques.
Ability to negotiate, organize, delegate and prioritize work under pressure.
Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and POS systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.