Executive Sous Chef

Heritage Landing, located in Punta Gorda, FL , is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Full-Time Executive Sous Chef! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Position Summary
The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations across clubhouse dining, the Tiki Bar, banquets, and special events. This hands-on leadership role ensures consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations, effective cost control, and a positive experience for members and guests.
The Executive Sous Chef leads the culinary team in the Executive Chefs absence and helps develop a kitchen culture built on accountability, teamwork, cleanliness, and pride in execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Supervise daily food preparation and service, ensuring dishes meet established standards for flavor, presentation, portion size, and consistency.

- Coordinate kitchen operations across multiple outlets, balancing daily dining service with banquet and event production.

- Lead kitchen operations in the Executive Chefs absence, including staff assignments, service execution, and operational decisions.

- Assist with menu development, seasonal offerings, daily specials, recipe standardization, and menu costing.

- Monitor food production and inventory to reduce waste, prevent shortages, and maintain freshness.

- Assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory counts, and proper product storage and rotation.

- Support food and labor cost goals through appropriate staffing, portion control, purchasing practices, and production planning.

- Train, coach, and evaluate culinary employees, reinforcing performance expectations and identifying development opportunities.

- Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and employee performance documentation.

- Maintain kitchen sanitation, food safety, labeling, temperature logs, and cleaning procedures.

- Ensure equipment is used properly and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.

- Review banquet event orders and coordinate preparation, timing, dietary accommodations, and service requirements.

- Communicate with front-of-house managers and event staff to support timely service and resolve concerns.

- Maintain professional conduct and reinforce a respectful, organized, and productive work environment.

Qualifications

- At least five years of progressive culinary experience, including two years in a kitchen supervisory or management role.

- Experience in a private club, resort, hotel, or comparable high-volume dining operation preferred.

- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, banquet production, food presentation, and kitchen organization.

- Working knowledge of inventory management, purchasing, recipe costing, and labor control.

- Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and hold employees accountable.

- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain consistent standards during busy service periods.

- Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience preferred.

- Current food protection manager certification, or ability to obtain certification within the required timeframe.

Physical and Scheduling Requirements

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.

- Ability to lift and move supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance as needed.

- Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.

- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation.
This description outlines the primary responsibilities of the position. Additional related duties may be assigned based on operational needs.

Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

- Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

- Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)

- Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Companys discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the worlds largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at  www.troon.com .