Executive Sous Chef

Are you a dynamic and energetic culinary professional capable of leading a team and providing our guests with an exceptional dining experience? Our popular private club seeks a skilled executive sous chef who can create innovative menus and dishes, supervise all food leaving the kitchen, and ensure health and safety requirements are followed. Our ideal candidate is not only responsible for the food but is a creative leader capable of hiring and developing exceptional culinary talent to provide diners with the highest levels of quality. Experience as an executive sous chef or a high-performing sous chef is required. Apply now if you're ready to bring your passion for food to our fantastic team!

$55,000

• Supervise all food preparation in the kitchen, including procedures, portioning, garnishing, and ensure that all meals and dishes are attractively presented
• Manage controllable department expenses such as food, supplies, uniforms, equipment, and collaborate with vendors to achieve the highest quality products at the most reasonable price
• Establish a collaborative environment for kitchen workers by educating recruits and hiring personnel that fit the corporate culture
• Incorporate different ingredients in a creative way to produce fresh and innovative menu items and specials
• Exceed guest expectations while increasing sales and profits and overseeing the success of day-to-day operations of the restaurant kitchen
• Set and monitor performance criteria for team members, as well as provide advice and direction to support and maintain an efficient kitchen

• Monitor perpetual inventory daily, record food inventory on monthly basis
• Strong Knowledge of Cooking Methods, Kitchen equipment, and best production practices
• Candidates must possess A.O.S. degree in Culinary Science or relevant field
• Good understanding MS Office Suite and POS software programs
• Reporting and Recording Inventory, Personnel Issues, Schedule, Production Notes

• Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers
• Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
• This role requires experience building, motivating, and leading a team
• This role requires 7-8 years of culinary experience

• Candidates must have completed A.O.S. degree in Culinary Science or a relevant field
• Good understanding of MS Office Suite and POS Software Programs
• Minimum of 4 years experience in White Table Cloth Restaurant /Hotel / Resort
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best production practices

Located just steps from the bustle of downtown Roanoke, the Shenandoah Club is the ideal location for our members to immerse themselves in a world of refinement and hospitality.

Since 1893, the Shenandoah Club has provided members with a quiet and luxurious setting for lunches, dinner, receptions, business meetings educational events, holiday programs and performing arts evenings. Today's membership reflects Western Virginia's leaders in commerce, industry, healthcare, law, education, government, the sciences, and the fine arts.

In addition to our regular lunch and dinner service, we offer a full schedule of Club activities appealing to all interest and dining preferences. These events provide a unique and unforgettable experience for our members to share with their family and friends.