Job Details

ROCC is looking forward to hiring a professional & talented Sous Chef. Executive Chef, Charles Carroll, is excited to add to his existing Sous Chef team, who oversee 8 kitchen areas that provide service to 5 restaurants and 7 concepts, plus our Banquets & Catering program. Reporting to the ExecutiveChef, the Sous Chef assists in leading the team in the production of all food needed for Bistro Restaurant. Join the Sous Chef Opening Team for the menu R&D for two new restaurants and 4 concepts currently part of our 38 million dollar renovation. If you are excited at the prospect of bringing innovative dining concepts to the Club, this position could be for you.

Full-time hourly position | Convenient location | Employee Parking Onsite | Full Benefits & PTO | Access to New Employee Facilities | Scope to bring your energy and creativity!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of ala carte restaurant (Fry Station, Broiler Station, Sautee Station, Grill Station & Pantry)
• Order all food for production for Pool Side Restaurant. As well as menu planning, personnel supervision, costing & execution, ordering, writing prep lists
• Act as Chef and overall supervisor of the Bistro kitchen and employee restaurant
• Establishes, adheres to and manages the food cost goals for restaurant functions
• Actively participates in the training and on-going supervision of all employees involved with the Bistro and Solaris Restaurants food production
• Checks inventory of meat & produce
• Follow Club's menu recipes & procedures with all food production, upholding quality standards and adhering to timelines
• Oversees process of food product being covered, dated and properly rotated
• Ensures closing procedures of the banquet kitchen, with team, to ensure the kitchen is in order before leaving
• Enforces professional Club standards of conduct and appearance at all times
• Maintains harmony in the kitchen and relationships with the front of the house
• Ensures that all storage areas, walk ins and reach ins are neat and cleaned on a daily basis
• Ensures that all commissary food areas are stocked, ordered and organized in a professional manner

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in a similar role at a private club, hotel or upscale dining restaurant
• Experience of running a shift without direct supervision
• Available to work a flexible full-time schedule, based on Club business. Includes weekends & holidays
• Willing to train and learn Club's recipes and standard operating procedures (SOP's)
• Possess a working knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office and FoodTrak
• Possess a valid Texas Food Handlers Certificate
• Ability to multi-task efficiently while remaining focused on the goal
• Able to move and lift up to 25 lbs without assistance
• Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required
• Able to commute to our location with reliable transport

Personal Characteristics

• Must be excited about being a part of a development team of new concepts
• Comfortable delegating both routine and important tasks to direct reports
• Able and willing to correct performance of direct reports
• Enjoys working hard and seizing opportunities as they present themselves
• A clear communicator; Able to establish clear direction for the team
• Team player with attention to detail
• Positive outlook
• Dedicated to meeting the expectations of our Club Membership
• Have excellent verbal communication & leadership skills
• Able to prioritize effectively, manage to timelines and concentrate on the most critical tasks
• Willing to work various stations in the kitchen and learn as much as possible to grow as a culinarian
• Able to accept constructive criticism
• Follows through with instructions consistently and to a high standard
• Be able to solve problems quickly in a fast paced environment

The Club and Our Benefits: We offer excellent benefits for full-time positions including Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) Matching & Safe Harbor Contributions; Group/Voluntary Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short- and Long-Term Disability; Annual Christmas Bonus*; Employee Meals*; Complimentary Parking*; Employee Scholarship Program*. (*benefits available to all current employees)

Founded in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is considered among the nation's premier private clubs and is ranked number 56 of the Top 100 Golf and Country Clubs globally by Platinum Clubs of the World. Situated on 183 acres, the Club has a long-standing reputation of providing members, their families and guests with an exceptional club experience and unparalleled service.

River Oaks Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Oaks Country Club grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Disclaimer: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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