Private Club Executive Chef & Culinary Leader

BoardRoom magazine; Midwest City (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Club is seeking a highly organized, proactive Executive Chef to lead a premier culinary team, delivering exceptional, personalized dining experiences for members and guests. You will drive culinary strategy, mentor staff, and partner with leadership to enhance the Club’s dining programs, brand, and financial performance.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure top-tier food quality and presentation, and help steer the upcoming kitchen renovation planned for 2028,

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of progressive leadership and management in hospitality, private clubs preferred.
• Major Tournament or event experience is a plus.
• Food Safety Certification is required.
• Post-secondary culinary arts program degree is a plus.
• American Culinary Federation or similar certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing culinary team to deliver exceptional dining for members and guests.
• Oversee all culinary operations with focus on food quality, presentation, and service standards.
• Maintain disciplined budgeting, food-cost control, and labor management; develop menus and menu engineering.
• Partner with the General Manager, Board, and committees on culinary trends, sourcing, and F&B performance.
• Drive kitchen renovation plans and ensure sustainable sourcing where appropriate.

Skills

Leadership experience

Event experience

Food Safety Certification

Culinary degree

ACF certification preferred

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

The Club is seeking a highly organized, proactive Executive Chef to lead a premier culinary team, delivering exceptional, personalized dining experiences for members and guests. You will drive culinary strategy, mentor staff, and partner with leadership to enhance the Club’s dining programs, brand, and financial performance.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure top-tier food quality and presentation, and help steer the upcoming kitchen renovation planned for 2028,