Sous Chef

Description

Merion Golf Club is seeking a Full Time Sous Chef.

Responsibilities will include oversight of seasonal lunch buffet as well as a la carte service. This position will work closely to communicate with Chef de Cuisine about timelines, set‑ups and service details and daily menu. Understands BEO purpose and uses it as a guide for the details of each event. Partner with Food & Beverage management team and front of house staff to ensure all details and event expectations are delivered.

Work with Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine to achieve highest level of quality in all food offerings.

Work in close communication with the Chef de Cuisine to develop daily rotating menus for the golfer’s buffet. Oversee and organize morning prep cooks in order to maximize kitchen efficiencies. Responsible for rotating seasonal soup production and maintaining inventory levels. Takes a lead role in the cleaning and sanitizing of the entire kitchen and ice cream machines. Responsible for managing the culinary side of lower‑level equipment area.

Candidates should be professionals with drive and diplomacy, technical skills and a passion to produce great food under pressure. The Club has a reputation for the finest food in the Main Line area of Western Philadelphia suburbs. A significant in‑season time commitment should be expected.

This is a great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team with a commendable benefits package and competitive salary. We offer medical, dental, vacation, and flex time, as well as a company‑matched 401k. Benefits also include company paid life insurance, long and short‑term disability, and a holiday bonus program. Uniform is provided.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s Degree in culinary arts preferred
• 3+ years of progressive culinary experience in a leadership position.
• Ability to organize workloads and meet time deadlines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft software programs.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to multitask and handle stressful situations.
• Serv Safe certified

Merion Golf Club is private golf club in Ardmore, PA, established in 1896. The club has hosted more USGA championships than any other golf course in America, most recently hosting the USGA’s 113th US Open Championship in 2013, and is home to some of history’s greatest golf moments. Merion’s historic East Course has been recently ranked 6th in the country, and 12th in the world.