Executive Chef — Menu Innovation & Team Leadership

Gate Hospitality; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville seeks an accomplished Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and deliver memorable dining experiences for members and guests. This hands-on leader will drive menu development, oversee high-volume service, and manage costs while upholding the club’s standards.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, a culinary degree or equivalent training, and a record of developing a diverse, skilled kitchen team focused on excellence, safety, and

Qualifications

• Experience as Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in a private club, luxury resort, hotel, or high-volume hospitality environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrated success leading, training, and developing a diverse culinary team.
• Strong knowledge of menu development, banquet operations, food cost controls, and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all culinary operations.
• Develop creative, seasonally appropriate menus, daily specials, banquet offerings, and innovative concepts.
• Consult with Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, and leadership on menus, prep, presentation, and needs.
• Coordinate dining and event experiences with F&B leadership, Special Events Director, and Dining Room Manager.
• Meet with General Manager to discuss operations, events, feedback, and culinary priorities.
• Maintain a visible presence in kitchens during peak service to ensure quality and presentation.
• Establish and maintain standards for preparation, techniques, portions, and presentation.
• Evaluate new techniques and service opportunities to enhance member satisfaction while controlling costs.
• Oversee a la carte dining, private events, banquets, and staff meals.
• Supervise food-related events from prep to service and cleanup.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food cost controls

Labor management

Food safety

Team development

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville seeks an accomplished Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and deliver memorable dining experiences for members and guests. This hands-on leader will drive menu development, oversee high-volume service, and manage costs while upholding the club’s standards.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, a culinary degree or equivalent training, and a record of developing a diverse, skilled kitchen team focused on excellence, safety, and