Sous Chef

Bloomington, MN, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $62,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Mental well-being platform

Free or discounted food

Job Description

Topgolf Entertainment Group is a leading global sports and entertainment community known for its innovative blend of technology, entertainment, and golf. With locations across the United States and internationally, Topgolf offers a vibrant and dynamic environment where guests can enjoy interactive golf games, great food, and a fun social experience. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace culture that embraces diversity, encourages personal growth, and provides exceptional guest experiences. As a full-time employer, Topgolf provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a fast-paced and engaging setting.

The Sous Chef role at Topgolf is a pivotal culinary leadership position designed to support the Executive Chef in delivering top-tier, rockstar-level meals to guests. This role involves leading the kitchen team, supervising culinary activities across the venue, and ensuring an exceptional culinary experience. The Sous Chef's responsibilities extend beyond cooking, encompassing essential management duties such as scheduling labor, managing inventory, ordering products, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards. This position requires a unique combination of culinary expertise and leadership skills.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
proven ability to develop a culinary team
bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
ability to work in a fast paced environment
ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb
ability to stoop and bend
ability to work in high-temperature conditions up to 100 degrees for extended periods of time

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
proven ability to develop a culinary team
Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
ability to work in a fast paced environment
ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb
ability to stoop and bend
ability to work in high-temperature conditions up to 100 degrees for extended periods of time

Job Duties

Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
coach and develop the team and drive associate engagement
delegate tasks
demonstrate Topgolf's Core Values: fun, one team, excellence, edgy spirit and caring
monitor inventory and purchase product
maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
select and develop recipes to corporate approval
standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen