Senior Sous Chef

We are looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. We place a focus on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality, with the goal to deliver best in class service while providing a positive working experience for its staff.

The Senior Sous Chef is responsible for managing all aspects of kitchen operations on a private family estate, delivering high-quality, personalized meals and ensuring an exceptional culinary experience tailored to the family’s preference and dietary needs. Key responsibilities include menu planning ,staff supervision, maintaining all kitchen equipment  and food safety and sanitation compliance. The Head Chef monitors inventory and approves all ordering. This  role requires a high level of discretion, professionalism, adaptability, and culinary excellence along with proven experience in team leadership and administrative oversight.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership and Menu Development (30%)

Kitchen Operations and Team Management (30%)

Food Safety, Sanitation Compliance (15%)

Administrative Tasks and Inventory Control (25%)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design and execute seasonal, personalized menus based on the family’s preferences and dietary needs
• Collaborate with the Agriculture and Meat Program teams to incorporate ranch-grown crops, cattle, and other ingredients
• Emphasize farm-to-table practices, and seasonal cooking techniques
• Adapt menus based on seasonal availability, dietary trends, and family feedback
• Develop and oversee lunch menu for ranch staff
• Ensure all meals meet high standards for quality, taste, and presentation
• Oversee daily kitchen activities, including food prep, cooking, and plating
• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor kitchen staff
• Manage kitchen scheduling and team coverage for operations
• Lead regular kitchen meetings, communicate updates and address issues
• Maintain strong communication with front of house staff, event planners and the family office
• Maintain a clean safe, and organized kitchen adhering to all safety and health regulations
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and storage to ensure compliance
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure all staff are properly trained in sanitation standards
• Monitor inventory and approve all supply and food purchases; delegate ordering to designated staff
• Partner with the Agriculture team to coordinate harvest schedules and ingredient availability
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency
• Review event orders to ensure proper kitchen preparation and staffing
• Maintain accurate records for inventory, purchasing, and scheduling, ensuring efficient kitchen operations

Education Requirements

• Degree from a recognized accredited culinary program, or a college degree/hospitality certifications specializing in hotel/restaurant management, or equivalent professional experience is required

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a private household, fine dining, or luxury hospitality setting
• Skilled in sourcing and overseeing contracted chefs
• Committed to delivering  white glove customer service within culinary operations
• Excellent leadership and management abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices
• Experienced in training, motivating and developing  kitchen staff
• Familiar with inventory control and management systems
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient with Google Suite

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Standing up and moving about the kitchen
• Handling food, objects, products, and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Occasional travel required to support culinary operations at other locations

Competencies

• Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely, both written and verbal. Able to communicate insights and understanding of issues or problems in a skillful way. Communicates important information to co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Trustworthiness and integrity, always acting in the best interests of the owner
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Critical Thinking: Asks the right questions to obtain the information needed to size up a situation properly. Anticipates and responds to problems quickly. Finds ways to get projects accomplished efficiently. Positively impacts the team by managing time effectively.
• Dependable
• Attention to detail: The ability to listen to, and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Takes initiative
• Works well under time constraints.
• Proactive: Goes above and beyond what needs to be done. Has the confidence to initiate action independently; addresses unexpected problems or opportunities without prompting.
• Team Player: Connects with coworkers, leaders, and external vendors in an effective manner. Considers how his/her actions affect other groups or team members. Models a spirit of cooperation with other members of the work group. Works effectively and cooperatively across groups.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees as well as providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the various locations where we operate.  We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds.