Executive Chef — Private Club Dining & Events

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 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.