Chef/Club Manager

Associated Staffing Incorporated; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Associated Staffing Inc. in Columbus, Nebraska seeks an experienced Chef / Club Manager to oversee daily kitchen and lounge operations at a prestigious private club. Compensation starts at $21.00 per hour plus depending on experience, with full-time employment.

The role requires hands-on culinary skills, leadership, and a focus on exceptional member service, food quality, cost control, and community engagement. Evening/weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Restaurant, hospitality or food service management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing and cost control.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness and outstanding customer service.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen and lounge operations, ensuring food quality, cleanliness and excellent service.
• Prepare food and coordinate menu offerings to meet club standards and member expectations.
• Manage food and supply ordering, inventory levels and purchasing.
• Monitor food costs, control waste and maintain efficient operations.
• Train, supervise and support kitchen and lounge staff.
• Maintain accurate inventory and banking records and prepare operational reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation and health regulations.
• Build positive relationships with club members, guests and the local community.
• Assist with club events, activities and charitable initiatives.
• Provide hands-on leadership to maintain a professional and welcoming environment.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Cost control

Food safety

Team management

Communication

Job description

Job Overview

Chef / Club Manager Full-Time

Location: Columbus, NE

Pay Rate: $21.00+ per hour, depending on experience (DOE)

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef / Club Manager to oversee the daily kitchen and lounge operations at a prestigious private club in Columbus, Nebraska. This position is ideal for a hands-on professional who combines culinary skills with strong leadership, organizational abilities and a commitment to exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will help ensure high-quality food, efficient operations and a welcoming dining experience for club members and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen and lounge operations, ensuring food quality, cleanliness and excellent service.
• Prepare food and coordinate menu offerings to meet club standards and member expectations.
• Manage food and supply ordering, inventory levels and purchasing.
• Monitor food costs, control waste and maintain efficient operations.
• Train, supervise and support kitchen and lounge staff.
• Maintain accurate inventory and banking records and prepare operational reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation and health regulations.
• Build positive relationships with club members, guests and the local community.
• Assist with club events, activities and charitable initiatives.
• Provide hands-on leadership to maintain a professional and welcoming environment.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Restaurant, hospitality or food service management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing and cost control.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness and outstanding customer service.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Flexible availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $21.00+ per hour, depending on experience.

Position: Full-time.

Schedule: Flexible including evenings and weekends as needed.

Join our team

We encourage you to join a team dedicated to providing an exceptional dining and lounge experience for its members and guests.

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