Chef

Ron Jaworski Golf; Pittsgrove Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Golf privileges

Complimentary meals during shifts

Job summary

Ron Jaworski Golf's Running Deer Golf Club in Pittsgrove, NJ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The role oversees menus, cost controls, and event catering, with a focus on quality and consistency.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership roles, and a ServSafe certification. This full-time position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within the club’s

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive culinary experience, including 3+ years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef.
• Degree or certification from an accredited culinary school is preferred.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing food and labor budgets.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of various international cuisines and dietary trends is a plus.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification required.
• High School Diploma; Culinary School degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional food and service.
• Develop seasonal menus and daily specials reflecting creativity and member preferences.
• Oversee all kitchen operations including purchasing, inventory, cost control, and food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with management and events team to execute banquets, weddings, and special events.
• Monitor food and labor costs to maintain profitability while upholding quality.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional work culture.
• Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate them into the club’s offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School Degree Preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Running Deer Golf Club - Pittsgrove, NJ 08318, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year, Job Category: Kitchen Staff

Ron Jaworski's Running Deer Golf Club is looking for a creative and motivated Executive Chef to join our talented culinary team.

About Us

We strive to be an employer of choice.

When you join our team, you won't only get to use your skills to help grow our business, you also get to join the rapidly expanding family. This diverse team takes pride in working hard and playing hard. We foster a culture of opportunity by helping our employees advance their careers and always look for opportunities to promote and celebrate our hard-working staff.

We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for all of our guests while leading the pack and driving change. We strive to build customers for life by getting involved in the community around us and investing in our youth through our 501(c)(3) non-profit charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional food and service.
• Develop seasonal menus and daily specials that reflect creativity and member preferences.
• Oversee all kitchen operations including purchasing, inventory, cost control, and food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with management and the events team to execute banquets, weddings, and special events.
• Monitor food and labor costs to maintain profitability while upholding quality.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional work culture.
• Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate them into the club’s offerings where appropriate.
• Attendance for weekly manager meetings

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive culinary experience, including 3+ years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef, preferably in a private club, resort, or fine dining environment.
• Degree or certification from an accredited culinary school is preferred.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing food and labor budgets.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of various international cuisines and dietary trends is a plus.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Golf Privileges
• Complimentary meals during shifts

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Culinary School degree preferred.
• 10 Years experience in food preparation and presentation in the restaurant and banquet arena.
• Must be neat and present a professional appearance at all times.
• Must have excellent communication skills.

Must be willing to work 50-60 hours per week, with late night and early morning hours required.