Culinary Director: Menus, Teams & Financial Performance

Arcis Golf; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcis Golf's The Woodlands Club is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary department, drive menu development, cost control and operational excellence.

You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with national programs, and create menus for events and daily features while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

This role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced club environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chef leadership role.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree or certificate preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
• Experience supervising others and leading a team.
• Certification: ServSafe must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of the culinary department and lead the team.
• Ensure compliance with Menu Program, Approved Product List and Inventory procedures.
• Develop and retain talented culinary staff.
• Create menus for events and daily features.
• Review guest surveys and take corrective actions.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and compliance with laws.

Skills

Chef leadership

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Planning & organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree / Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

Arcis Golf's The Woodlands Club is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary department, drive menu development, cost control and operational excellence.

You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with national programs, and create menus for events and daily features while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

This role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced club environment.