Executive Chef: Lead High-End Cuisine & Team Excellence

Discovery Land Company; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Land Company in Idaho's Coeur d'Alene region is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at our luxury private club. You will design menus, oversee procurement, and mentor a diverse culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires a culinary degree or equivalent, 10+ years at high-end operations, and proven leadership across multiple cuisines and trends, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years as a chef at a high-end restaurant, resort, or private club.
• Deep knowledge of best culinary practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience with many culinary trends, cuisines, and cultures.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Discovery Land Company’s commitment to superior food and beverage and hospitality.
• Lead culinary team to create menus with conceptual direction, sense of place and fresh ingredients.
• Oversee staffing, training, and evaluation of culinary staff; promote staff development and morale.
• Set the tempo and tone of the kitchen; anticipate business levels and events.
• Create relationships with local producers to incorporate regional ingredients into dishes.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, costed menu items, and daily quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

English language

Education

Culinary degree or pedigree

Job description

Discovery Land Company in Idaho's Coeur d'Alene region is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at our luxury private club. You will design menus, oversee procurement, and mentor a diverse culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires a culinary degree or equivalent, 10+ years at high-end operations, and proven leadership across multiple cuisines and trends, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.