Executive Chef

David Meyers Associates; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Union Club of Cleveland is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a kitchen team and sustain a culture of culinary excellence for members and events. The role rewards a true passion for professional cooking and a track record of consistent quality.

The ideal candidate will excel in both la carte and banquet operations, influence menu planning, and collaborate with the CEO and management to deliver unforgettable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• The HTML outlines leadership and culinary excellence expectations for the Executive Chef role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a kitchen team and build a culture of excellence in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards and pursue continuous improvement while preserving existing culinary quality.
• Oversee both a la carte and banquet operations and work with Club management to introduce new ideas and themes for events.

Job description

THE UNION CLUB OF CLEVELAND, Cleveland, OH

EXECUTIVE CHEF

About the Club:

The Union Club of Cleveland is the grande dame of downtown clubs. Founded in 1872, it traces its roots back to the 1830s when the first Union Club in Cleveland was a troop of armed farmers protecting the village from horse and cattle thieves. Throughout the good times and bad, members saw themselves as stewards, responsible for preserving their cherished Club so entwined in Cleveland’s history. The clubhouse stands as a true testament to the past, present, and future of the membership as well as to the commitment of excellence the Union Club of Cleveland has always portrayed.

Today, members enjoy dynamic programming and events, a strong and diverse membership, three restaurants each with distinct cuisine, executive fitness center, 10,000 square feet total of private meeting spaces, ten overnight guest rooms, and reciprocity at over 140 private clubs across the world.

Position Specific:

The Union Club of Cleveland is looking for an Executive Chef who can lead a team and build a culture of excellence in the kitchen. The Executive Chef will always look for improvement while continuing to maintain the high standards of excellence already instilled in the kitchen operation. The ideal candidate will possess a true passion for professional cooking and have a proven and stable history of culinary excellence. A Certified Executive Chef (CEC) is preferred.

This individual has a strong culinary ability to execute a quality food operation on a high level, which is the cornerstone for member satisfaction at the Union Club.

Qualifications:

• The Club is looking for a long-term fit; the right individual who is initiative-taking and possesses a creative approach to menu planning with continually.
• The new Executive Chef should have solid culinary knowledge and is well-rounded in both a la carte and banquet operations and works closely with the CEO and management team to introduce new ideas, and party themes etc. to create a fresh culinary experience.
• He/she displays exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment, counselling employees as appropriate and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to management and service staff.
• This individual has the ability to demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• The Executive Chef is expected to evaluate and improve the menu variety focusing on fresh farm-to-table and sustainable ingredients. (Aware of culinary trends and members historical preferences in dining.) Writes monthly Newsletter article.
• The Executive Chef is successful at being visible around the Club, especially at Club events and private parties.
• The Executive Chef helps to prepare the annual operating budget, with recommendations for needed capital expenditures.
• The new Executive Chef will get to know the membership and give them what they want - traditional fare makes it the best it can be. (Members appreciate some comfort foods and the option of being wowed by daily specials and special events.)