Celebrate Life, the Southworth Way

The Company:Welcome to Southworth. We own and operate a growing portfolio of premier private communities, each offering inspired environments and locations. Our dedication to hospitality and endless activities for the entire family ensures our members experience a world at play like never before.

With a solid reputation for stability, integrity, and innovation, Southworth's clubs and communities provide exceptional locations where our members can truly live life at ease. Our dedicated team members play a crucial role in elevating the experience for our members, residents, guests, and fellow team members. We encourage all our team members to be and belong by providing a wide array of benefits, engagement programs, unique perks, discounts, and, of course, a lot of fun!

The Benefits: We are proud of our family company roots and understand everyone has a unique set of needs: we want to support you as best we can so you can live your best life with us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive options for medical, physical, and mental health and wellness, life insurance, 401k matching, paid time off, and more.

Grow with us!The sky is the limit for talented, driven individuals. With our ever-expanding portfolio, we offer opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. We look forward to growing together.

Be YOU with us!At Southworth, we are working to redefine the country club. We seek talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and cultures to ensure an innovative edge. Here, diversity is adriverof our success.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The Sous Chef will play a key role in assisting the Executive Chef in the planning, preparation, and execution of exceptional dining experiences for our members and guests. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional to showcase their talent and leadership skills in a prestigious and dynamic environment.

Duties and Functions:

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to develop and execute creative and seasonally-inspired menus.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
• Train and mentor kitchen personnel, promoting teamwork and professional development.
• Assist in inventory management, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to maintain high culinary standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Step in to assume responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovations to continuously enhance the club's dining offerings.
• Contribute to special events, catering functions, and themed dinners as required.

Qualifications Standards:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end restaurant or country club setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent culinary arts education.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Exceptional culinary skills, with a passion for creating memorable dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Proficient in using kitchen equipment and tools.
• A creative and innovative approach to menu development.

Join our team and be a part of an organization dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. As the Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to contribute your culinary expertise and leadership skills while working in a supportive and professional environment. If you are passionate about creating delicious dishes, mentoring a talented kitchen team, and exceeding culinary standards, we invite you to apply and help us continue to elevate our culinary offerings. Be a part of our tradition of excellence.

Apply today to start your new career, the Southworth Way

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and additional tasks may be assigned based on operational needs.