Sous Chef

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA
Company Name: Troon

Overview

Explore the unparalleled world of Troon®, where luxury and exceptional service define every golf experience. Our prestigious golf properties set the standard for excellence, offering guests and members world-class courses, impeccable service, and an unwavering commitment to quality. At Troon®, we strive to surpass expectations, ensuring that every visit is an unforgettable experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all food production operations, ensuring consistently high-quality food across all restaurant outlets.
  • Dedicate the majority of working hours to management and supervisory duties.
  • Plan and manage daily staff schedules and task assignments to optimize efficiency.
  • Implement and maintain control procedures, including food production charts, inventory tracking for steak and seafood, standardized recipes, use records, and food costing sheets.
  • Develop, update, and maintain menu specifications, recipes, images, and production forecasts.
  • Continuously assess and refine existing food concepts while innovating new offerings to enhance quality and profitability.
  • Ensure the use of the freshest ingredients by selecting high-quality fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and other food products.
  • Collaborate on setting and achieving short- and long-term budgetary goals for the Food & Beverage department.
  • Maintain strict sanitation standards across all kitchen areas.
  • Monitor food storage, including temperature controls and rotation procedures, to comply with health regulations.
  • Prepare requisitions for necessary supplies and food items.
  • Regularly inspect kitchen equipment for cleanliness and operational efficiency.
  • Recruit, train, and oversee kitchen staff, ensuring proper food preparation techniques, equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Manage the hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluation, and discipline of kitchen staff.
  • Supervise department team members, including cooks and stewards.
  • Provide thorough orientation and ongoing training programs for all new hires.
  • Monitor business volume forecasts to optimize staffing, productivity, and cost management.
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices.
  • Ensure consistent attendance and reliable performance.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
  • Alternatively, six months to one year of relevant experience and/or training, or a combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands; ability to communicate effectively.
  • Regular reaching, tasting, and smelling; occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, or crouching.
  • Frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds; occasional team lifting of up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment:

  • Occasional exposure to humid or wet conditions, extreme temperatures, and outdoor weather.
  • Potential contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • Moderate noise levels.

Certifications & Skills:

  • Food Safety and Sanitation Training certification required.
  • Proficiency in English may be necessary for communication and equipment operation.
  • Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and health codes.
  • Expertise in food and beverage preparation, presentation, and quality control.
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