Executive Sous Chef

divh2Executive Sous Chef at Willow Creek/h2pReady to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!/ppstrongJob Summary:/strong/ppAs the Executive Sous Chef, you will be a key leader in the culinary team, working directly under the Executive Chef and assuming full operational responsibility in their absence. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, including meal planning, procurement of food supplies, kitchen equipment, and meal production. You will supervise and coordinate the work of kitchen staff, ensuring that food preparation is executed to Inviteds high-quality standards while maintaining cost efficiency./ppIn addition to managing kitchen personnel and production, you will be responsible for implementing cost control measures and adhering to budgetary guidelines to ensure the profitability of the Food Preparation Department. A thorough understanding of health, sanitation, and licensing regulations is essential to maintaining compliance and ensuring the highest standards of food safety. This position is designed as a developmental role, providing the Executive Sous Chef with the knowledge and problem-solving abilities needed for advancement to an Executive Chef position./ppstrongDay-to-Day:/strong/pulliOversee the development and execution of menus and meal planning/production, adapting to forecasted Member counts to ensure optimal service and product quality./liliEnsure cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen including equipment, work areas, counters, tools, and waste management, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety./liliProcure food supplies and kitchen equipment, including inventory organization and participation in periodic inventory counts./liliDetermine budgetary requirements for food supplies, kitchen equipment, and materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines./liliAnalyze food and labor production reports, utilizing menu engineering and other data to control expenses and optimize operational efficiency./liliLead the recruitment, selection, and hiring processes for kitchen staff, incorporating the Executive Chefs insights and recommendations to build a high-performing team./liliCoordinate scheduling and adjust work hours and responsibilities to meet operational needs, addressing employee concerns and resolving issues promptly./liliEvaluate and implement policies to uphold safe workplace practices, addressing and resolving any safety issues to ensure a secure environment for all employees./liliAct as a key representative of the club in member interactions, including conducting daily table visits, gathering feedback, and promoting the clubs reputation within the community and industry./liliProvide professional and responsive service to members and guests, addressing requests and concerns with a focus on exceeding expectations and ensuring satisfaction./liliLead by example and participate actively as a team member./liliRegularly direct and oversee the work of at least two or more full-time employees, ensuring effective teamwork and operational cohesion./li/ulpstrongAbout You:/strong/ppRequired/pulliHigh school diploma or equivalent./liliA minimum of 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef./liliHealth and sanitation card./liliFood service management certification, Serve Safe./li/ulpPreferred/pulliA college degree in Culinary Arts or a related field./liliDemonstrate proficiency with all kitchen equipment, possess a comprehensive understanding of cost and labor controls, and be well-versed in both traditional and contemporary culinary techniques/li/ulpstrongWhat We Offer:/strong/ppWe believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, andif youre in a non-exempt rolehours worked./ppWhile not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:/pulliMedical, dental, and vision coverage/liliLife insurance/liliShort-term and long-term disability insurance/lili401(k) retirement savings plan/liliGenerous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)/li/ulpWant to learn more? Visit for full details./p/div