Sous Chef - Family Style Restaurant

Searching for a Sous Chef to lead and develop our culinary team in our family style restaurant. The restaurant is open five (5) days a week. The Sous Chef will have input to creatively enhance the menu which consists of salads, pizza, sandwiches and select entrees.

Saucon Valley Country Club is a picturesque private club retreat offering a myriad of exceptional recreational and social experiences with three 18-hole championship golf courses. With seven dining venues and nine banquet venues Saucon Valley Country Club delivers the most diverse culinary experience in and beyond the Lehigh Valley. Our team is connected and committed to anticipating member’s needs and striving to exceed their expectations.

Position Overview: Saucon Valley Country Club is searching for a Sous Chef to oversee our family style restaurant and develop our culinary staff. The Sous Chef should be a self-starter who is capable of running this restaurant independently from the main kitchen. The restaurant is open five (5) days a week. The Sous Chef will have input to creatively enhance the menu which consists of salads, pizza, sandwiches and select entrees. Our leadership is committed to developing and rewarding our culinary team by offering the most competitive rates in the area and bonuses.

Sous Chef Job Responsibilities:

• Directs food preparation and collaborates with Executive Chef.
• Helps in the design of food menu.
• Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
• Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
• Ensures that food is top quality and that kitchen is in good condition.
• Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
• Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen’s performance.
• Prepares food properly.
• Schedules staff shifts.
• Trains new employees.
• Orders food supplies.
• Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
• Solves problems that arise and seizes control of issues in the kitchen.

Sous Chef Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures
• Management skills
• Familiarity with industry’s best practices
• Leadership
• Creativity
• Attention to details
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Time-management skills
• Decision making
• Handles pressure
• Deals with uncertainty

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal culinary training a plus
• Kitchen experience
• Country Club experience preferred

Saucon Valley Country Club is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.