JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Sous Chef

FLSA: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO: Kitchen Chef

SUMMARY: Wintergreen is seeking a talented Sous Chef to assist in the smooth and effective operation of the kitchen, featuring an upscale menu specializing in creative, local, American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner with outside dining available in season.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with the restaurant chef, restaurant manager and front of the house staff as you manage the kitchen staff, coordinate all food production operations in the restaurant, ensure the production of consistently high quality food, and maintain a high quality sanitation program throughout the restaurant, among many other duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this position; employees may be assigned other duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operate within budget guidelines
• Implement and support Wintergreen Resort’s operating policies and procedures
• Maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, ethics and image of self and staff
• Participate in the professional development of self and staff
• Communicate effectively between departments, particularly golf and conference services.
• Operate in compliance with all local, state and federal laws and government regulations including but not limited to the State Board of Health and the Alcohol and Beverage Control Board
• Maintain fair wage and salary administration in the department in accordance with Wintergreen Resort policies
• Assess and review the job performance of staff
• Coordinate internal training and development programs which foster promotion within the company
• Ensure all employees are properly introduced and welcomed to Wintergreen Resort
• Maintain positive employee relations
• Maintain consistent and interactive guest rapport
• Ensure good safety practices of employees and guests throughout the resort, assisting in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures
• Perform and complete special projects as requested
• Consistently create restaurant specials
• Embrace and implement all policies as stated in the Wintergreen Resort Employee Handbook
• Order all food and supplies for culinary programming
• Assist in all menu development
• Manage labor and staffing to business levels as appropriate
• Develop and implement programs to enhance mid-week revenues
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Skill & Abilities in:

• Team oriented, responsible, motivated.
• Strong candidates will have polished communication skills and a successful work history as a lead cook, sous chef, or chef in a fine dining restaurant.
• This position requires working days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Qualified candidates will have detailed, functional knowledge of approved sanitation practices, and State Department of Health and Alcohol Beverage Control regulations and guidelines.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

LICENSEANDCERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENT(S):

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand all of the environmental elements of a busy kitchen.
• Must be able to stand for the entirety of the shift and utilize excellent motor skills. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT WINTERGREEN:

Wintergreen Resort is a place for mountain lovers, adventure seekers and outdoor explorers. A place to chase new experiences, marvel at the unexpected, and build new relationships that will keep you coming back for more. We work to play! We work in a fun-filled, beautiful resort setting and have a competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefit portfolio for full time associates: (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances as well as Paid Time Off and a 401K plan). Our unique Recreational Benefit Package offers associates free and/or discounted resort activities, services and products.

We have many fantastic opportunities available from our spectacular, sweeping mountain slopes to our beautiful valley and lake. If this position isn’t quite what you are looking for, please visit our career page for even more open positions: Wintergreen Resort: Premier Blue Ridge Mountain Ski, Golf, Tennis, Spa and Family Vacation Resort in Virginia.