Sous Chef

Join One of the Top Country Clubs in North America; Desert Mountain Club is Hiring a Sous Chef

Are you a driven culinary professional ready to elevate your career under the mentorship of Maitre Cuisinier de France, Chef Bertrand Bouquin?

Desert Mountain Club renowned as one of the top 10 private country clubs in the U.S. is seeking a Sous Chef to join our elite culinary team.

In this role, under the direction of the Chef de Cuisine, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations of the outlet to include dining services, events, and catering. Lead and develop the culinary and stewarding staff ensuring a positive, energized culture for our team members.

The ideal candidate will be driven, professional, and a team player seeking an environment that fosters a culture of education and respect. At least 5 years experience in a full service, fast-paced restaurant. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in a kitchen leadership role and a background in Steakhouse/Fine Dinning. Prior upscale restaurant and golf / country club experience is a plus.  

• Must have a valid driver's license with no traffic violations within the last 3 years.

Specializing in steak and seafood, the warm and rustic Apache Steakhouse restaurant offers our members exquisitely prepared meals or after-round cocktails with exclusive views of Apache Peak Village. The venue also features a lively piano bar and lounge with nightly entertainment.

Hours of Operation: 

• Lunch - 11 a.m.

• Dinner - 4:30-9 p.m.

BENEFITS

Join a top 10, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Time Off - PTO and Sick Pay
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Professional Development Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mentorship Program
• Internships
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• FREE employee meals during shifts or meal stipend
• FREE golf and tennis
• Rosetta Stone
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance
• Employee uniforms provided 

We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you're looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you

JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

• Supervise, train, and coach a staff of culinarians and stewards ensuring all procedures are completed to department standards.
• Develop and embrace a positive, professional and energized culture for the employees that is focused on creating special and memorable experiences for members and guests.
• Assign and coordinate daily production and prep work for culinary staff to complete along with daily and weekly cleaning checklists for cooks and stewards. 
• Maintain a strong emphasis on food quality and presentation ensuring consistency of all food items in accordance to the outlet's recipes, portioning, cooking techniques, and presentation standards.
• Oversee the execution of events with the assistance of the banquets and catering team.
• Build and maintain great relationships with members through table touches during service, meetings to discuss special events, and acknowledging them across property through name recognition.
• Oversee employee meal program, ensuring appealing, healthful and abundant foods are provided for employees.
• Monitor performance of assigned staff and ensure that all procedures are completed to department standards.
• Ensure fair and consistent departmental rules and practice.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine with scheduling kitchen staff and be sure staff follows schedule accordingly.
• Conduct daily line-ups and monthly meetings and attend all scheduled meetings.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine in costing, plating guides and menu descriptions for all menu items.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine with monthly inventory.
• Assist the Executive Steward with all equipment needs, storage and proper care.
• Conduct safety training classes in conjunction with the safety team on lifting, emergency procedures, proper knife handling, and so on.
• Ensure that all employees are aware of the safe operation of all kitchen equipment, cleaning procedures, and the location of the MSDS book.
• Direct and establish daily operational procedures for employees in their daily responsibilities.
• Ensure consistency of products, both quality and quantity, follow recipes to ensure profit margins
• Check all coolers and refrigerators on a daily basis for proper product rotation to avoid spoilage of products and over/under ordering.
• Assist in the daily productivity/operation of the restaurant.
• Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine on menu development, portion control, and costing.
• Assume responsibility for kitchen in absence of the Chef de Cuisine.
• Maintain cleanliness, maintenance of equipment, and a safe working environment following DMC and Arizona Health Department policies.
• Maintain knowledge on food trends and diets, educate staff, and execute according to the specifications.
• Inspect the cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and working condition of the service areas and workstations including all tools, equipment and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned by Chef de Cuisine and / or Director of Culinary.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to be on feet for long periods of time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8,000 acres featuring:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets
• An award-winning spa and fitness center
• Spectacular swim and tennis facility
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

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