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Executive Sous Chef

Talently, Ridgedale, MO, United States


Skills
Multi-Outlet Culinary Operations Management, High-Volume Food Production (Banquets & Resort Dining), Cost Control & P&L Management (Food & Labor), Team Leadership & Culinary Training Development, Menu Development & Quality Standards Execution

About Company / Opportunity
A large-scale luxury wilderness resort in the Ozark Mountains featuring multiple restaurants, banquet spaces, and high-volume catering operations. The property combines upscale lodge dining with extensive event and seasonal F&B programming. It operates as a complex, multi-outlet environment requiring strong culinary leadership, cost control, and hands‑on execution across restaurants, banquets, and special events.

Position Overview
Seeking a high‑impact Executive Sous Chef to lead multi‑outlet culinary operations within a high‑volume resort environment. This role partners closely with the Executive Chef to drive consistency, financial performance, team development, and elevated guest experiences across all dining venues and events.

Must-Have Skills

Multi-Outlet Culinary Leadership

– ability to oversee multiple restaurants, banquets, and high-volume production simultaneously

High-Volume Operations Experience

– proven success in resort, hotel, or conference environments with large-scale service execution

Cost Control & Operational Discipline (P&L, Labor, Food Cost)

– strong financial management and ability to operate within budget targets

Nice to Have Skills

Luxury Resort or Upscale Hotel Background

– experience in branded or high-end hospitality environments

Menu Development & Event Catering Design

– ability to build scalable menus for both restaurants and large events

Culinary Training & Team Development

– experience building structured training programs and developing sous chefs/line teams

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