Sous Chef

Topgolf Entertainment Group is a renowned global sports and entertainment community that combines technology, entertainment, and sports to deliver memorable experiences to guests around the world. Founded on the principles of fun, inclusivity, and excellence, Topgolf has grown into a dynamic and innovative company that offers a unique blend of sports, dining, and music entertainment. Their venues are designed not only as top-tier golfing locations but also as vibrant social hubs where people of all ages and skill levels can gather, connect, and enjoy themselves in a safe and welcoming environment. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Topgolf fosters a culture where creativity and collaboration thrive, ensuring every team member contributes to creating an exceptional customer experience.

The role of Sous Chef at Topgolf is a pivotal culinary leadership position focused on assisting the Executive Chef in delivering outstanding food experiences that match the company’s high standards and brand expectations. The Sous Chef is responsible for leading the kitchen team and supervising all culinary activities within the venue, ensuring the preparation and presentation of rockstar-level meals. This role blends the essential skills of culinary management and leadership, requiring the ability to inspire and develop a talented culinary team while managing day-to-day kitchen operations efficiently.

In this position, the Sous Chef not only manages food quality and consistency but also oversees important operational duties such as scheduling labor, managing inventory, ordering products, maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation standards, and fostering strong vendor relationships. Depending on the venue's needs, the Sous Chef may focus on everyday kitchen line management or be involved in executing special event menus, making the role dynamic and varied.

A key part of the position is supporting and driving the engagement of the kitchen team, coaching associates to achieve excellence and embodying Topgolf’s core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit, and Caring. Additionally, the Sous Chef plays a critical role in cost control, maintaining food and labor costs within budget guidelines and ensuring an understanding of cost of goods sold. The role also demands creativity in recipe selection, standardizing recipes for consistent quality, and designing appealing food presentation techniques.

Topgolf offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $51,700 to $63,100 for this opportunity. Benefits include access to free play, discounted food, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with playmaker match, and a complimentary mental well-being platform, among other rewards for qualified employees. These comprehensive benefits demonstrate Topgolf's dedication to supporting the health and well-being of its team members, creating an attractive work environment for professionals eager to grow their culinary career in an exciting and supportive setting.

At Topgolf, all team members are valued and treated with respect, and the company strongly supports equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. The Sous Chef role is ideal for culinary professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, high-temperature environment and are passionate about delivering an exceptional guest culinary experience. Topgolf also emphasizes compliance with federal regulations and participation in E-Verify to ensure a lawful and ethical workplace.