Sous Chef - Private Club Lanam Club | Andover, Massachusetts Full-Time | Benefits The Lanam Club, a historic private social club in Andover, Massachusetts, is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Sous Chef to join our culinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys a combination of private club dining, weddings, special events, and member functions . We are looking for someone who takes pride in quality food, consistency, organization, and teamwork and who is comfortable taking a leadership role in the kitchen when needed. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Executive Chef and General Manager and must be able to help lead kitchen operations during regular member dining as well as weddings, private parties, holiday functions, and other special events. Responsibilities Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations and food production Prepare and execute high-quality food for member dining, weddings, private events, and Club functions Help supervise and coordinate kitchen staff Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, portioning, and timing Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, and proper food storage Support food-cost and waste-control initiatives Ensure proper sanitation, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness standards Assist with menu development and daily/weekly specials Coordinate banquet and event production according to event specifications Help maintain appropriate prep levels for dining and scheduled events Lead the kitchen operation in the Executive Chef's absence Work collaboratively with front-of-house management and event staff Maintain a professional, positive, and respectful kitchen environment Qualifications Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Lead Line Cook, Banquet Chef, or similar culinary leadership position Private club, country club, hotel, upscale restaurant, catering, or banquet experience preferred Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen organization, and sanitation Experience executing both à la carte dining and banquet/event service Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills Dependable and willing to be hands-on with the culinary team Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as Club operations require ServSafe certification preferred What We Are Looking For We are looking for more than someone who can simply cook. The successful candidate will be a team-oriented culinary professional who can step into a leadership role , remain organized during busy events, communicate well with management and staff, and consistently deliver the level of quality expected in a private club environment. Our operation provides a unique variety of culinary experiences, from intimate member dining to weddings and larger private events, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to contribute to the continued growth of the Club. Benefits and additional compensation will be discussed during the interview process. To Apply Please submit your resume at GM@lanam.org along with a brief description of your culinary experience and availability. Lanam Club Andover, Massachusetts Lanam Club is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $74,992.95 per year

Work Location:

In person