Sous Chef

Job Location: South Fork, Colorado

 

We are looking for a creative and proficient sous chef in all aspects of food preparation to assist the head chef.

Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities

Help to develop and modify restaurant and banquet menus

Develop written recipes and standards for all menu items

Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs and achieve overall kitchen budget goals

Help to supervise kitchen staff’s activities

Assist head chef in the recruitment, management and training of kitchen staff

Rectify arising problems or complaints

Prepare food (ability to prep, sauté, grill, fry, etc.) and assist head chef in giving plates the “final touch”

Assists the head chef in working with Food & Beverage Director on vision, menu development, special projects and events, financial goals, etc.

Perform administrative duties, including food orders and inventory

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations, safety standards, product rotation and labeling

Helps to place food orders and works with vendors to ensure proper quality and food budget compliance

Responsible for assisting with all weddings, tastings, banquets and other events

Performs on-going research (competition, magazines, books, etc.) to remain current with food and dining trends

Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by supervisor

Proven working experience as a sous chef

Excellent record of kitchen work and skills

Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently

Capable of delegating multiple tasks

Communication and leadership skills

Keep up with cooking trends and best practices

Must be able to perform basic computer skills such as Excel, Word, and Outlook, restaurant management software and POS

BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate, or sufficient experience

Must be able to lift 20-40 pounds on a regular basis, stand on feet up to 8 hours at a time

Good interpersonal skills required to communicate professionally and courteously with cooks, front of house staff, sales staff, marketing, finance, golf shop and management.

Must be friendly and able to communicate with members and guests.

Must be able to work weekends, days, nights and holidays based on event schedule and be flexible according to our banquet events.

Strong organizational abilities and effective time management skills a must.

Golf and or private club experience is a plus.

 

Full Time

 

1 - 3 years

 

Competitive

 

Salaried position commensurate with experience

Rio Grande Club Membership privileges – golf, fitness center, pool complex, tennis / pickle ball and fly fishing on the Rio Grande River

Possibility for employee housing

Continuing education & food shows

Staff meals

 

Contact: The Rio Grande Club & Resort

South Fork, Colorado

info@rgcresort.com

719-873-1995