Sous Chef - THE PLAYERS

TPC Network•Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

TPC Sawgrass, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, is the birthplace of the TPC Network and the backdrop to PGA TOUR headquarters. Within the Mediterranean-Style, 77,000 square foot clubhouse, we provide our PGA TOUR Players, Families, Executives, Members and Guests with truly memorable culinary and service experiences in multiple dining outlets, beautifully appointed banquet and meeting spaces, and an expansive gallery. For the golf enthusiast, we provide a world class golf experience on either of our two PGA TOUR championship courses, including the famous Stadium Course, home to THE PLAYERS Championship. If you are looking to improve your game, our PGA TOUR’s Performance Center offers lessons from the top PGA instructors in the industry as well as club fitting and fitness. Tee up your career as a part of our team with the TPC Network! Utilize personal creative talent to create original, creative menu items and displays. Perform creative methods of cooking, portion control, and garnish. Assist in the planning and scheduling of the kitchen staff and supply requirements for the culinary department. Maintain accountability for cost, utilization, and performance of employees and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education
Culinary degree or equivalent training
Thorough knowledge of culinary concepts, practices, and procedures as well as food preparation and kitchen maintenance operations procedures as would normally be acquired through at least three years’ culinary experience in progressively responsible positions

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the Chef management team with creating various menu items for a la carte and banquet menus
Create daily specials that reflect the operating concept and demonstrate creative use of food, materials and equipment
Create imaginative and artistic theme decorations for banquets and buffets, which may include ice displays
Prepare and produce all menu items according to standard recipes and ensure that they are presented to standards established by PGA TOUR Golf Course Properties, Inc. to ensure member/guest satisfaction
Lead and direct the work of others which includes, assisting the Executive Chef with recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling and performance reviews of the kitchen staff
Train and supervise cooks in preparing menu items according to recipes cards and plating specifications
Train and supervise ware washers in operating and using dish machine and three compartment sink to ensure high quality of sanitation standards
Train and supervise all kitchen staff to maintain high sanitation and safety standards ensuring that cleanliness and safety is maintained throughout the kitchen and dumpster areas
Maintain high standards of quality of food production to ensure member/guest satisfaction
Use and operate large mixers and meat slicers
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of purchasing procedures to ensure that proper quantities of product are on hand and that food products are maintained at established levels
Handle all special requests, concerns and complaints in a manner that shows professionalism, concern and empathy. Resolve problems quickly in an objective manner
Utilize ChefTec to manage food inventory and production
Assist in maintaining internal controls for the Food & Beverage Department.
Conduct or supervise monthly food and beverage inventories
Assist in the development and maintenance of the marketing and promotional programs as related to the Food & Beverage Department
Assume responsibility as the kitchen supervisor during all meal periods, including banquets, in the absence of the Executive Chef
Assist the Executive Chef in the implementation of training programs which continue to strengthen and improve the skills of all kitchen employees
Set-up and break-down buffet tables and carving stations for special functions
Work with service staff to improve speed and consistency of service relating to food pick up
Participate in pre-meal meetings so as to maintain positive/constructive communication with Front of House staff
Assist in the responsibility for the Food & Beverage sales, expenses, and profit goals as outlined in the Food & Beverage Operating Plan/Budget
Operate within all established guidelines, policies, standards, and constraints as set by PGA TOUR Golf Course Properties, Inc
Special projects or other duties as assigned