Sous Chef

Willoughby Golf Club is seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. This position plays a critical role in daily kitchen operations by supporting the Executive Chef in leading staff, maintaining exceptional food quality, and delivering a first-class dining experience for our members and guests. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about culinary excellence, teamwork, and consistency. Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support line cooks, prep cooks, and stewarding staff during daily operations and service Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution Assist with menu development, daily specials, recipe costing, and seasonal culinary programming Manage ordering, inventory control, product rotation, and kitchen organization Enforce sanitation, food safety, and HACCP standards throughout the kitchen Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while promoting accountability and teamwork Maintain strong communication and collaboration between front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams Step into any station as needed during service and lead by example in a hands‑on environment Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef preferred, particularly within private clubs, fine dining restaurants, resorts, or high‑volume kitchens Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and time‑management skills Ability to multitask and perform effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment Knowledge of food cost controls, labor management, inventory systems, and kitchen operations #J-18808-Ljbffr Willoughby Golf Club