Sous Chef

Plantation Lakes Golf and Country Club located in Millsboro DE is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for aâFull-Time Sous Chef! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn contribute and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part ofâTroon you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

We are seeking an experienced dependable and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. This position will assist with the daily operation of our restaurant kitchen while also playing an important role in banquets private events golf outings special events and other Food & Beverage operations throughout the club.

The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef Kitchen Manager Food & Beverage Director Banquet Director and management team to ensure consistent food quality efficient kitchen operations and an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation and leadership of the restaurant kitchen.
• Support food preparation and execution for à la carte dining banquets weddings golf outings buffets and special events.
• Help supervise train coach and develop culinary team members.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures and ensure all required tasks are completed properly.
• Work alongside the culinary team during high-volume service and events.
• Maintain consistent food quality presentation portioning and recipe standards.
• Coordinate closely with the Banquet Director and Food & Beverage management team regarding upcoming events menus guest counts timelines dietary restrictions and special requests.
• Assist with banquet preparation event execution and kitchen scheduling to ensure events are properly staffed and prepared.
• Maintain strong communication between the front-of-house banquet and culinary teams.
• Assist with ordering receiving inventory management product rotation and proper food storage.
• Monitor food usage waste portion control and other areas that impact food cost.
• Ensure proper sanitation cleanliness food safety and health department standards are followed at all times.
• Help maintain organization and cleanliness throughout the kitchen walk-ins storage areas and culinary workspaces.
• Assist with developing specials banquet menus seasonal offerings and new menu items.
• Help ensure equipment is properly maintained and immediately communicate maintenance or safety concerns.
• Step into a leadership role when the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is unavailable.
• Assist other areas of the Food & Beverage operation as needed to ensure successful restaurant service and events.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience required; supervisory or Sous Chef experience preferred.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant country club hotel banquet catering or event environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation kitchen operations sanitation and food safety.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside the culinary team.
• Strong communication organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be dependable professional and team-oriented.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends holidays and special events.

What Were Looking For

We are looking for someone who understands that a successful culinary operation goes beyond the regular restaurant line. Our Sous Chef must be comfortable transitioning between daily restaurant service and large-scale events while maintaining quality organization and communication.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who takes pride in their kitchen supports their team communicates well with both culinary and front-of-house leadership and is willing to jump in wherever needed to make the operation successful.

Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Additional Compensation Eligibility for Employee Meals

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms conditions and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies which may be amended at the Companys discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale AZ Troon is the worlds largest professional club management company that specializes in services in golf hospitality and residential communities.âWith more than 900 locations in 45 states and 27 countries Troon is a leading employer in hospitality.âGuided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic consciously kind and humbly prosperousâTroon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.âLearn more atâ.â

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