Executive Chef

the club at glenmore; Keswick (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Staff meals

401k

Golf privileges

Job summary

The Club at Glenmore in Keswick, VA is seeking an Executive Chef with a passion for cooking and leadership to oversee daily kitchen operations, menu planning, and event catering for weddings and banquets.

You will manage inventory, staff schedules, and labor costs, ensure top-quality food presentation, and mentor the culinary team in a high-volume, member-focused environment with health insurance, PTO, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Culinary certification or formal training is required.
• 10+ years in back-of-house, 5+ years in kitchen management.
• ServSafe/DOH certification is preferred.
• Strong teaching and professional communication skills.
• Menu writing and cost analysis experience.
• Experience managing inventory.
• Experience developing work schedules and controlling labor costs.
• Ability to handle issues proactively in high-pressure situations.
• Awareness of skills required for all FOH & BOH roles.
• Self-motivated and eager to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Cooks, plans menus, and manages daily kitchen operations.
• Oversees inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Leads staff scheduling and manages labor costs.
• Coordinates weddings and banquets/events throughout the year.
• Ensures exceptional food appearance, quality, and taste.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Teaching skills

Menu planning

Cost analysis

Inventory management

Labor scheduling

High-volume service

Self-motivated

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

The Club at Glenmore is a private facility situated about five miles from Charlottesville, Virginia's vibrant downtown arts, music and restaurant scene. Special events, outstanding golf facilities, incredible food and access to the pool, tennis courts, and fitness center are all part of our member experience.

We are currently seeking an Executive Chef with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a passion for cooking.

Give the typical daily level of business the club does, this Executive Chef position is a position that cooks, in addition to menu planning and the other typical duties of an Executive Chef such as managing inventory, staff and scheduling. Beyond daily a la carte meal service, there is also a year-round weddings/banquets/events component at the club.

This position is the one ultimately responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience for members and guests by exceeding expectations for food appearance, quality and taste. Requirements are as follows:

Requirements

• Culinary Certification and or Schooling
• 10+ years in BOH, 5+ years in a kitchen management position
• ServSafe/DOH Certified
• Teaching and professional communication skills
• Menu writing and cost analysis experience
• Experience managing inventory
• Experience developing work schedules and managing labor costs
• Ability to assess and respond to issues as they arise
• Level-headed and efficient during high-volume/pressure situations
• Awareness of skills necessary for all FOH & BOH positions
• Self-motivated: enjoys coming to work, interacting with team
• Desire to learn and grow professionally within the company.

This is a full time, year-round position. Compensation is based on experience, ranging from $70,000 to 75,000, with bonus potential beyond that. The position includes club assisted health insurance, paid time off, staff meals, 401k, along with golf playing/practice privileges within reason.