Sous Chef

Sous Chef Salisbury Country Club - Midlothian, VA Full-Time | Weekends, Evenings, and Holidays as Needed Join Our Culinary Team at Salisbury Country Club Salisbury Country Club is seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. We are looking for a chef with private club or resort experience who understands how to deliver consistent, high-quality food in a hospitality-driven environment. This position is ideal for a chef who leads by example, works in a clean, organized manner, communicates well with the team, and can help execute both à la carte dining and banquet events at a high level. The strongest peer postings for this level of role consistently emphasize daily leadership, standards, staff development, and multi-format execution rather than pure creativity. Responsibilities Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations across club dining, banquets, and special events Lead and support cooks during prep and service while maintaining quality, consistency, and timing Help manage production flow, prep lists, station organization, and daily readiness for service Train, coach, and develop line cooks and junior culinary team members Maintain high standards for food presentation, flavor, portioning, and sanitation Assist with ordering, inventory, receiving, and proper product storage Help monitor cleanliness, organization, and safe food handling throughout the kitchen Support banquet execution, member events, holiday programming, and other club functions Work stations as needed and assist with expediting during busy service periods Contribute to menu execution, daily features, and ongoing improvement of kitchen systems Qualifications Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or strong Lead Cook in a private club, resort, hotel, or upscale dining environment Experience with both banquet production and à la carte service Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate a team Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and organized kitchen systems Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment Strong communication skills and professional presence Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays A culinary degree is a plus, but strong, relevant experience is equally valued What We Offer Competitive salary Employee meals Professional, team-oriented kitchen culture Opportunities for growth within club operations Benefits available for eligible full-time team members Work Location In person - Midlothian, VA Apply Today If you have club or resort experience, strong culinary standards, and the leadership skills to help drive a high-performing private club kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.