Culinary Leader: Private Club Dining & Events

Rome Floyd Chamber; Rome (GA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coosa Country Club in Rome, Georgia seeks a hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead daily culinary operations across three dining venues, private events, banquets, and seasonal programs. You will partner with the Executive Chef and leadership to deliver exceptional food, flawless presentation, and memorable guest experiences for members and their guests.

The ideal candidate combines culinary excellence with strong organizational skills, cost awareness, and the ability to mentor a diverse kitchen team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional culinary experience, preferably in private clubs or high-volume hospitality.
• Culinary degree or formal training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
• Experience with banquet and high-volume event production.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop culinary teams.
• Strong understanding of food costs, purchasing, inventory, and portion control.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as Club operations require.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food-safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across three Club dining venues and oversee private events and banquets.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, flavor, presentation, and execution.
• Develop and execute creative menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and private club expectations.
• Collaborate with Club leadership on new concepts, specials, and culinary programming.
• Ensure consistency in recipes, portions, and plating; maintain a clean, efficient kitchen.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary staff; promote teamwork and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Cost awareness

Organizational skills

Evening/weekend availability

Mentoring

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

ServSafe certification

Job description

Coosa Country Club in Rome, Georgia seeks a hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead daily culinary operations across three dining venues, private events, banquets, and seasonal programs. You will partner with the Executive Chef and leadership to deliver exceptional food, flawless presentation, and memorable guest experiences for members and their guests.

The ideal candidate combines culinary excellence with strong organizational skills, cost awareness, and the ability to mentor a diverse kitchen team.