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Banquet Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
retirement plans
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Ravenwood Golf Club is a prestigious and well-established golf club known for its exceptional customer service, outstanding culinary experiences, and commitment to fostering a positive working environment. Located in an attractive setting perfect for both recreational and professional golfing, Ravenwood Golf Club offers a comprehensive range of amenities that cater to members and guests alike, combining leisure, sports, and fine dining into one unique destination. The club is dedicated to providing top-tier services in golf and hospitality, ensuring every visitor enjoys a memorable and high-quality experience. Within this vibrant and dynamic environment, the culinary team plays a pivotal role in creating exceptional dining experiences that complement the club's reputation for excellence.

The opportunity at Ravenwood Golf Club is for the professional role of Banquet Sous Chef, a key position that supports the leadership in kitchen operations for banquets and catered events of up to 300 guests. This role requires a motivated and flexible individual who thrives in a collaborative team culture and who is passionate about food and service excellence. The Banquet Sous Chef will contribute significantly to menu development, food preparation, kitchen staff supervision, and overall operational efficiency to ensure that each event is executed flawlessly and on schedule. This position is ideal for culinary professionals who are eager to learn, adapt, and grow within a supportive and evolving kitchen environment. The right candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic with a "do what it takes" mentality and be open to feedback and new methods to enhance food quality and kitchen processes. Ravenwood Golf Club emphasizes equitable wages and life/work balance, providing a workplace where respect, creativity, and quality are paramount. The salary range for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $20 to $25 per hour.

Reporting to the Head Banquet Chef and Executive Chef, the Banquet Sous Chef assumes critical responsibilities such as stepping in during the Head Chef’s absence, managing food quality and safety standards, and assisting in menu planning and cost control. The position involves active participation in weekly banquet event order meetings, forecasting food needs for events, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining exemplary cleanliness and organization within the kitchen and all catering areas. The Sous Chef is expected to uphold the high standards of Ravenwood Golf Club by ensuring correct recipe implementation, portion control, and food presentation at each event. Additional duties include inventory management, product receiving, and maintaining all kitchen equipment in top working condition. With a team-oriented approach and a passion for culinary excellence, the Banquet Sous Chef at Ravenwood plays an integral role in both daily operations and special event success.

Job Requirements

  • minimum 3 years of kitchen experience in a similar role
  • culinary degree is preferred but not required
  • proven leadership and supervisory experience
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and safety standards
  • strong organizational and communication skills
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • physical ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items
  • willingness to learn and adapt to evolving kitchen operations

Job Qualifications

  • 3+ years of kitchen experience in a similar role
  • a degree in Culinary Arts is not required but is a plus
  • experience in leading and supervising hourly team members
  • experience working within budget parameters
  • must be familiar with and have worked with all kitchen equipment
  • ability to effectively supervise all kitchen food production employees in absence of Executive Chef
  • strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices

Job Duties

  • assumes the responsibilities of the Head Banquet Chef in their absence
  • assisting the Head Banquet Chef and the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen operations
  • ensuring food quality, and maintaining standards of cleanliness and safety
  • menu planning and preparation, cost analysis, stock management, food quality control, sanitation and safety
  • train and supervise staff, create menus, and order supplies
  • assists in the production of all food produced and served, as well as any food that is transported out of the unit for any catered event
  • responsible for the successful execution of all breakfast, lunch, and dinner events
  • maintain an orderly work area in the kitchen as well as in all areas where catering operation takes place

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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