Executive Chef - Golf Club

BENCHMARK; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BENCHMARK is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at CAVU Golf Club. Key responsibilities include menu development, ensuring food quality, and leading the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have five or more years of culinary leadership experience, strong leadership skills, and a culinary degree.

This position demands innovation in dining experiences and effective team management. Join us in delivering exceptional service and culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of culinary leadership experience in a high-quality dining operation.
• Demonstrated success in culinary programming for special events.
• Experience managing food and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal menus for the club.
• Ensure exceptional food quality and service standards.
• Engage with members for feedback to enhance dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree

Certified Executive Chef designation

Job description

Overview

The Executive Chef is responsible for leading all culinary operations at CAVU Golf Club, including menu development, food quality, kitchen operations, financial performance, team leadership, and member dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal menus for the club’s dining operation, member events, and special functions.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and service standards.
• Create innovative dining experiences including themed dinners, wine events, holiday programming, and special member functions.
• Engage with members and guests to gather feedback and continuously enhance the dining experience.
• Recruit, train, develop, and lead the culinary team.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Maintain staffing levels necessary to support club operations and service standards.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, sanitation, and food safety compliance.
• Manage food and labor costs to achieve budgeted goals.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Participate in annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Partner closely with Food & Beverage and club leadership to deliver exceptional member experiences.
• Support tournaments, social events, and club programming through effective planning and execution.
• Contribute positively to the club’s leadership culture and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of culinary leadership experience in a private club, luxury resort, hotel, or upscale restaurant environment.
• Demonstrated success leading a high-quality dining operation and special event culinary programming.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience managing food and labor costs and departmental budgets.
• Thorough understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Culinary degree and/or Certified Executive Chef designation preferred.

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