Head Chef | Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Pinnacle Golf Properties; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin Isles Country Club in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop menus, oversee prep and service, and ensure high-quality plate presentation for members and events.

You will manage kitchen staff, control costs, purchase strategically, maintain food safety, and uphold sanitation standards, while aligning with budget targets and department goals.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on culinary experience; 3 years preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent combined with culinary training.
• Current ServSafe certification and knowledge of safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to approved recipes and standards.
• Develop daily specials and update menus with management input.
• Price items to meet food-cost targets and margins.
• Schedule and direct kitchen staff based on events and volume.
• Maintain SOPs for recipes, production, sanitation, and closing duties.
• Monitor ingredient quality and ensure proper storage and rotation.

Skills

Culinary experience

Menu development

Cost control

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Job description

Twin Isles Country Club in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop menus, oversee prep and service, and ensure high-quality plate presentation for members and events.

You will manage kitchen staff, control costs, purchase strategically, maintain food safety, and uphold sanitation standards, while aligning with budget targets and department goals.