Experienced Sous Chef (Carrollton)

Feb. 21, 2012

Dallas, TX

Confidential

Coyote Ridge Golf Club owned and operated by the Sam Moon Group is one of the premiere golf clubs and event venues in the North Texas area. Voted best clubhouse, best pro shop, best food, best service, best venue to hold a corporate event and rated one of the top 10 golf courses in DFW in Avid Golfer Magazine's Best of Public 2011, our 7 Million Dollar, 26,000 square foot luxury clubhouse, which includes Grill 19, an upscale full service restaurant, state of the art Pro-Shop, luxury locker room facilities for both men and women, along with meeting and banquet facilities which will accommodate up to 300 guests will rival any clubhouse in the metroplex.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for a experienced "Hands On" Sous or Executive Sous Chef candidate with previous high volume restaurant, hotel and /or country club experience. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate. This position is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations at one of Dallas's Top Rated Golf Clubs. Ideal candidate will be responsible for management of all culinary operations on a daily basis, product presentation, accountability for all areas of controllable expenses, execution of quality service and food, maintaining a safe and secure work environment, maintaining all culinary equipment, managing BOH labor, managing food cost, estimating food consumption daily and requisition or purchasing food accordingly, establish production levels and inventory controls, scheduling, training of all hourly employees, compliance to food safety and sanitation requirements related to the preparation and service of food and beverage, execution of all menu items and banquet menu which include timing, quality, temperature, portion, recipe adherence, presentation and execute all events/banquets to company standards, expectations, and specifications. You must have in-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations. You must be able to produce on a daily basis, a consistent product to our guests and exceed guest's needs in a timely manner. Proven excellent supervisory verbal and written skills are essential. You must have a passion for food; have a proven track record as a leader along with managing your team with enthusiasm and a high level of energy. You must have the skill, ability and experience to plan, organize, staff, and execute banquets from 20 to 350 guests, from buffets to plated dinners. Ideal candidate is one who is a self starter, self driven, self motivated, has excellent interpersonal communication skills, has a sense of urgency, exhibits leadership by example, has a positive image, one who is very highly organized and detail orientated, one who can hold employees accountable to set standards and expectations, and again a "Hands On Working" Chef. If you want to be part of something exceptional, you will not want to miss this opportunity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 5 years of hands on, high volume cooking, kitchen management, Chef, or Sous Chef experience in a upscale casual full service restaurant or Country/Golf Club

Strong knowledge of food service management, including procurement, preparation, and service of food and beverage.

Must have knowledge of effectively managing food and labor costs.

Must be proficient in completing monthly food inventory.

Must understand and manage the daily "FOOD FLOW"

Must exhibit and manage high standards in food safety and sanitation habits in the kitchen daily

Experience to run a kitchen to 100% compliance of all state, local and federal health department regulations

Proven success in event menu planning for Banquets, Tournaments and Events

Must have experience with volume banquet production with different types of cuisine

Strong organizational and time management skills

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.

Must be proficient in the use of PC software tools, especially, work, excel and outlook for reports, analysis, audits, and email communication.

Effective interpersonal communication abilities

Able to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Strong Work Ethic

Strong attention to detail

ServSafe Certified

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Interest and/or knowledge of Golf

Possess a culinary degree

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

HACCP Knowledge and procedures

BENEFITS:

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive base salary along with the following benefits: excellent quality of life (no late nights, we close at 8pm on the weekdays and Sunday and 9pm on Friday and Saturday), company paid health insurance, paid vacations, 5 day workweek, free golf for you and your family, discounts on golf accessories and apparel, free meals, monthly house charge account for Grill 19 Restaurant and discounts at all Sam Moon Retail Stores.

If you meet the above criteria, you have a commitment to excellence, and looking for a great opportunity in an environment that recognizes your efforts and talent, email your cover letter, resume and SALARY HISTORY to General Manager, Alan Sun for consideration. Only local candidates and candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted. You must email your salary history for consideration