Executive Chef – Private Club Dining & Events

DZA Associates; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Health, Life & Dental Insurance

ACF Dues & Conferences

Relocation

Job summary

Louisville Country Club in Louisville, KY is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations with a hands-on leadership style. The role emphasizes consistent quality, strong staff development, and active engagement with members to elevate dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu development, budgeting, procurement, event planning, and ensuring top sanitation standards across all club outlets. Relocation is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Engaged leader with strong culinary vision to drive dining and maintain quality control.
• Organized, detail‑oriented with solid culinary skills and a passion for the profession.
• Executive Chef will pursue improvement and uphold high standards in kitchen operations.
• Passionate about food, trends, and dietary needs including organic and gluten‑free options.
• Ability to create menus for private functions and oversee events; manage budgets and payroll.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food and pastry production for restaurant, banquets, and outlets.
• Develop menus, specs, and recipes; monitor food quality and sanitation.
• Plan and monitor food and labor budgets for the department.
• Supervise Sous Chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff; ensure on‑time service.
• Engage with membership; communicate via newsletters and dining room presence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Staff training

Budget management

Sanitation & safety

Communication

Team building

Job description

Louisville Country Club in Louisville, KY is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations with a hands-on leadership style. The role emphasizes consistent quality, strong staff development, and active engagement with members to elevate dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu development, budgeting, procurement, event planning, and ensuring top sanitation standards across all club outlets. Relocation is available for the right candidate.