Executive Chef – Visionary Club Cuisine Leader

GAGE PERSONNEL; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Country Club seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in Reading, PA. You will manage A la Carte Dining, Banquets, Pool Grill, and Halfway House, and supervise kitchen staff to deliver exceptional member experiences.

You will recruit and train chefs, partner with management on menus and events, ensure safety and sanitation, and maintain high standards of quality while controlling costs. A culinary degree and CEC certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Has a degree in Culinary Arts and/or other Hospitality Management focus.
• Has eight years food production and management experience.
• Has achieved or is in the process of achieving the Certified Executive Chef (CEC) certification through the American Culinary Federation (ACF).
• Has exceptional cooking skills.
• Has experience planning and monitoring all food-production-related costs.
• Successful experience developing food purchase specifications and standard recipes.
• Has a proven track record of maintaining food quality and sanitation standards.
• Is a team player, within the kitchen, with the FOH team and with all Club and team members.
• Is experienced with technology including POS systems such as Club essential, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide culinary operations for A la Carte Dining, Banquets, Pool Grill and Halfway House outlets.
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff; ensure hospitality standards are met.
• Collaborate with Clubhouse Manager and General Manager to plan menus and events within budget.
• Supervise cooking for complex functions (Wine Dinners, Chef Table) and oversee daily kitchen activities.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and high-quality food presentation across all outlets.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Menu Planning

Food Safety

Culinary Expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management

CEC Certification

Tools

Club Essential POS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Berkshire Country Club seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in Reading, PA. You will manage A la Carte Dining, Banquets, Pool Grill, and Halfway House, and supervise kitchen staff to deliver exceptional member experiences.

You will recruit and train chefs, partner with management on menus and events, ensure safety and sanitation, and maintain high standards of quality while controlling costs. A culinary degree and CEC certification are preferred.