Sous Chef / Chef Opportunity at a Luxury Hunting Lodge in the Heart of Alabama

Otter Creek Farmstead is a high-end hunting lodge offering a refined, intimate guest experience in a beautiful rural setting. We’re looking for a talented Sous Chef or Chef with a background in fine dining who can bring creativity, precision, and professionalism to our kitchen.

This is a unique opportunity to step away from the traditional restaurant grind and take ownership of a culinary program in a more relaxed, but still high-standard, environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the preparation of high-quality breakfasts, lunches, and dinners with attention to detail

• Create memorable dining experiences that complement the lodge atmosphere

• Execute dishes across a range of platforms, including wood-fired pizza ovens, combi ovens, sous vide, convection ovens, and a Montague broiler

• Utilize an extensive live-fire program featuring Lang Smokers, Evo Grills, Asado Cross, Santa Maria grills, Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grills, and pellet smokers

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards

• Collaborate with lodge staff to ensure seamless guest experiences

What We’re Looking For

• Proven fine dining experience (required)

• Experience with wood-fire grilling and smoking techniques preferred

• Strong culinary technique and plating skills

• Passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction

• Experience with wine pairings is a strong plus

• Reliable, professional, and adaptable in a lodge-style setting

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $40,000/year

• On-site housing and utilities included

• 1 week paid time off

• Stable, year-round position

• Bonus potential based on performance