Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland’s most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It’s like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC’s 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities.

Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more.

The Role

Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC) is seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading all culinary operations across the Club’s restaurants and banquet environments. This role plays a vital part in ensuring exceptional food quality, menu consistency, cost control, and team leadership while upholding MAC’s high standards for professionalism, safety, and service.

The Sous Chef is a hands-on culinary leader who supports daily kitchen operations, supervises and develops culinary team members, and helps ensure operational excellence across multiple outlets. This position also serves as a key contributor to training, onboarding, and developing culinary talent within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

What You’ll Do

Culinary Operations & Food Quality

Assist the Executive Chef in coordinating and supervising all phases of food production for Club restaurants and banquet operations
Support menu development, recipe creation, costing, and execution from concept through service
Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards across all outlets
Assist with cooking, expediting, plating, and service support as operationally required
Help develop, update, and maintain prep lists, order guides, recipes, and menu documentation

Leadership & Team Development

Directly supervise kitchen staff, including oversight of attendance, timekeeping approvals, and performance management
Mentor Sous Chefs and line staff, providing guidance in production planning, culinary technique, and recipe execution
Facilitate onboarding, training, skills development, and ongoing coaching for culinary team members
Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, and performance feedback processes
Lead by example, fostering a collaborative, professional, and accountability-driven kitchen culture

Operational Oversight

Share responsibility with the Executive Chef for kitchen operations during the Executive Chef’s absence
Support cost control efforts, including inventory management, ordering, and waste reduction
Maintain regular and predictable attendance while supporting operational coverage needs
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Food & Beverage leadership

Safety, Compliance & Club Standards

Ensure compliance with all MAC safety policies and health department regulations
Identify hazards, promote safe work practices, and report incidents promptly
Model and reinforce MAC’s Code of Conduct, promoting a positive employee and member experience

What You’ll Bring

Experience & Education

Apprenticeship, culinary degree, or equivalent professional culinary training
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive culinary experience, including supervisory responsibility
Experience supporting high-volume or multi-outlet operations preferred

Certifications & Technical Skills

Valid Food Handler’s card (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)
General proficiency with computer applications including email, inventory/order systems, and scheduling tools

Leadership & Professional Skills

Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills
Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and develop culinary staff
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

ACF Sous Chef certification
Experience in banquet, club, hotel, or multi-restaurant operations

What You'll Gain

At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club. Here's what's in it for you:

Full-time employees: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Facility access: Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools.
Convenience: Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
Retirement: Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match.
Well-being: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free.
Perks: Enjoy discounts on club services and meals.

Apply today!

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The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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