Executive Chef – Piping Rock Club, Locust Valley, NY

DZA Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Another quality culinary career opportunity as Executive Chef with the Piping Rock Club, exclusively conducted by DZA.

Piping Rock Club is a family-oriented, full-service Country Club located on the North Shore of Long Island, NY. Founded in 1911, PRC is proud to offer their membership the finest in dining and sporting activities, including a nationally ranked C.B. Macdonald designed golf course.

Position Specific: Piping Rock Club needs an Executive Chef who understands the value of forging professional relationships with club members, management, and staff. The Executive Chef is responsible for the consistent preparation of innovative and creative cuisine using the highest quality products. He/she will have administrative skills and be able to control costs and meet budget expectations. Outstanding member satisfaction is the goal.

The Executive Chef will be a partner to the General Manager and Assistant General Manager in getting the food and beverage program ‘back-on-track’ and regain the trust of the membership with the menu offerings and food quality.

Initial Priorities:

1. Team Building/Training – Hire, train, motivate and develop a high performing team.
2. Gain the Trust of F&B Committee and Membership – Revitalize the members’ dining experience.
3. A La Carte Menus – Evaluate and improve the menu variety.
4. Strong Partner for GM and AGM - Set the example for professionalism when working and communicating.

Job Requirements:

• Focus on building trust with the culinary team and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Display exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment.
• Advocate sound financial/business decision making, demonstrate honesty, integrity and lead by example.
• Attend committee meetings to provide menu updates and general updates on the culinary program.
• Interact with the Chef when appropriate and be involved in booking private parties and club events.
• Responsible for creating the budget for the culinary department.

Additional Information:

• The Club currently maintains a 33% food cost, budgeted food cost 40%.
• There are 19 culinary employees and 4 stewards supported by a $1,550,000 labor budget.
• The Club maintains four (4) kitchens, two lines at the Main Clubhouse and two lines at the Beach Club.

A compensation package that will include an above average base salary and performance bonus. Excellent benefits including medical & dental insurance, 401K, vacation, ACF dues & conference and dining allowance. A (CEC) or equivalent preferred. Interested individuals should send resumes, a well-conceived cover letter, and supporting information in strict confidence.