EXECUTIVE CHEF
LORDSVALLEYCOUNTRYCLUB
LordsValley,PA
JOINTHECULINARYTEAM
ATLORDSVALLEYCOUNTRY
CLUBASEXECUTIVECHEF
LordsValleyCountryClub(LVCC),aprestigious, member-ownedclubnestledwithinthescenic HemlockFarmsCommunityinNortheastern Pennsylvania,isseekinganexceptionalExecutive Cheftoleaditsrenownedculinaryoperations RecognizedasoneofthePlatinumClubsof Americaandrankedamongthetopprivateclubs worldwide,LVCCoffersanextraordinaryblendof rusticelegance,outstandingrecreationalfacilities, andavibrantsocialatmosphere.
Thisisanexcitingopportunityforatalentedand innovativeculinaryleadertoelevatedining experiencesatoneofthenation’spremierprivate clubs.TheExecutiveChefwilloverseeallculinary operations,frommenudevelopmentandkitchen leadershiptobudgetingandteammentorship, ensuringthateverymealreflectsthehighest standardsofqualityandcreativity Reportingtothe GeneralManager,thisroleisidealforavisionary chefwithapassionforfood,akeenunderstanding ofwinepairings,andacommitmenttoexcellencein bothexecutionandservice
LVCCprovidescompetitivecompensationand benefits, Ifyouareanexperiencedchefreadyto takethehelmofadistinguishedculinaryprogram, weinviteyoutoexplorethisextraordinarycareer opportunityatLordsValleyCountryClub.
POSITION OVERVIEW
TheExecutiveChefleadsall culinaryoperations,includingmenu planning,foodproduction,staff supervision,andbudget management,whilemaintaining thehigheststandardsofquality, sanitation,andsafety.Reporting directlytotheGeneralManager, thisroleoverseestheSousChef, GameHouseManager,andall culinarystaff,ensuringefficientand cost-effectiveoperationsthat consistentlyexceedmemberand guestexpectations.
Thispositionrequiresexceptional cookingskills,strongleadership, andaprovenabilitytopairfood andwineeffectively.TheExecutive ChefcollaborateswiththeFood andBeverageDirectoronmenu creationandwineselection, developsrecipes,andestablishes foodpurchasespecifications Ideal candidateswillhaveaCulinary ArtsorHospitalityManagement degreewitheightyearsofrelevant experienceorequivalent qualificationsandademonstrated trackrecordofculinaryinnovation andteamleadership.
JOBDUTIES
Hires,trains,supervises,schedules,andevaluates staffworkinthefoodproductiondepartments
PlansmenuswiththeGeneralManagerforallfood outletsintheclubandspecialoccasionsandevents. Schedulesandcoordinatestheworkofchefs,cooks, andotherkitchenemployeestoensurethatfood preparationiseconomical,technicallycorrect,and withinbudgetedlaborcostgoals
Approvestherequisitionofproductsandother necessaryfoodsupplies.
Ensuresthathighsanitation,cleanliness,andsafety standardsaremaintainedthroughoutallkitchen areas
Establishescontrolstominimizefoodandsupply wasteandtheft
Safeguardallfood-preparationemployeesby implementingtrainingtoincreasetheirknowledge aboutsafety,sanitation,andaccident-prevention principles
Developsstandardrecipesandtechniquesforfood preparationandpresentationthathelptoassure consistentlyhighqualityandtominimizefoodcosts; exercisesportioncontrolforallitemsservedand assistsinestablishingmenusellingprices.
Preparesnecessarydataforapplicablepartsofthe budget;projectsannualfood,labor,andothercosts andmonitorsactualfinancialresults;takescorrective actionasnecessarytohelpassurethatfinancial goalsaremet.
Attendsfoodandbeveragestaffandmanagement meetings
ConsultwiththeHouseandSocialcommitteesabout foodproductionforplannedspecialevents
Cooksordirectlysupervisesthecookingofitemsthat requireskillfulpreparation.
Evaluatefoodproductstoensurethatquality standardsareconsistentlyattained
Interactswithapplicablefoodandbeverage managerstoensurethatfoodproduction consistentlyexceedsmembers'andguests' expectations.
JOBDUTIES
Plansandmanagestheemployeemealprogram. Developpoliciesandprocedurestoenhanceand measurequality;continuallyupdatewrittenpolicies andprocedurestoreflectstate-of-the-art techniques,equipment,andterminology
Recruitsandmakesselectiondecisions;evaluatejob performanceofkitchenstaff;coaches,rewards,and disciplinesstafffairlyandlegally.
Recommendscompensationratesandincreasesfor kitchenstaff
Establishesandmaintainsaregularcleaningand maintenancescheduleforallkitchenareasand equipment.
Providestrainingandprofessionaldevelopment opportunitiesforallkitchenstaff.
Ensuresthatrepresentativesfromthekitchenattend servicelineupsandmeetings
Motivatesanddevelopsstaff,includingcross-training andpromotionofpersonnel.
Regularlyvisitsthediningareatowelcomemembers. Hoststastepanelstoassessthefeasibilityof proposedmenuitems
Reviewsandapprovesproductpurchase specifications
Coordinateswithaccountingtomaintainaccurate andtimelyinventorypractices.
Monitorstheordering,receiving,andinventorycontrol programforfoodproductsandsuppliestoensure properpurchasequantitiesandprices
Establishesbuffetpresentations
Maintainsphysicalpresenceduringtimesofhigh businessvolume.
Implementssafetytrainingprograms;manages OSHA-relatedaspectsofkitchensafety
Understandsandconsistentlyfollowsproper sanitationpractices,includingpersonalhygiene practices.
Undertakesspecialprojectsasassignedbythe GeneralManager.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Overseesallfoodproduction,includingthatsoldin restaurants,banquetfunctions,andotheroutlets.
Developmenus,foodpurchasespecifications,andrecipes. Supervisesproductionandstaff.
Developsandmonitorsfoodandlaborcostsandbudgetsfor thedepartment
Maintainsthehighestprofessionalfoodqualityandsanitation standards.
JOBKNOWLEDGE,CORE
COMPETENCIES,AND
EXPECTATIONS
Exceptionalcookingskills.
Plansandmonitorsallfood-production-relatedcosts.
PlanmenuswiththeClubhouseManager
Developfoodpurchasespecificationsandstandard recipes
Maintainsfoodqualityandsanitationstandards. Knowledgeofandabilitytoperformrequiredroles duringemergencies.
COMPENSATION &BENEFITS
Salaryisofferedat$110,000-$120,000 annually,commensuratewithexperience
Annualperformancebonus
Paidvacation.
401k
Medical,dental,andlifeinsurance.
Short-termandLong-termdisability
Continuingeducationallowance
REPORTSTO
GeneralManager
MANAGESANDSUPERVISES
SousChef
GameHouseManager
AllCulinaryStaff
Lords Valley Country Club offers an unparalleled blend of rustic elegance, world-class amenities, and year-round recreation within the scenic Hemlock Farms Community. Recognized as one of the Platinum Clubs of America and ranked among the top private clubs worldwide, LVCC provides an exceptional retreat for members and their families.
Golf enthusiasts enjoy the Club’s USGA-rated championship 18-hole golf course, Tennis players can take advantage of 10 Har-Tru courts, while those seeking aquatic recreation can relax in the heated swimming pool with a waterslide. The Club also offers dock space, club-owned boats, a fully equipped fitness center.
Beyond recreation, LVCC features a premier dining experience in an inviting clubhouse setting. From the vibrant colors of autumn reflected in the surrounding lakes to cozy winter gatherings by the fireplace, the Club provides a true "resort for all seasons" where members create lasting memories through elegant dining, social events, and cherished traditions.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’sdegreeinculinaryartsand/orHospitality Managementdegreeandeightyearsoffood productionandmanagementexperience;or 15yearsrelevantexperienceoranyequivalent combinationofexperienceandtrainingthat providestherequiredknowledge,skills,andabilities. Excellentmanagerial,leadership,andinterpersonal skills Musthavearecordofsuccessinbuilding, training,andleadingacollaborativeandrespectful team.
Hasanengaging,friendly,andenergeticpersonal style,allowinghim/hertointeractwithvarious members
Mustpossessasharpeyefordetailintheoverall managementofkitchens,especiallyinfood presentation,consistency,inventory,andfoodcost. CertificationfromtheAmericanCulinary Associationorotherprofessionalhospitality association Foodsafetycertification
CLUBOVERVIEW
LordsValleyCountryClub,aprivate,member-ownedclubwithintheHemlockFarms CommunityinNortheasternPennsylvania,offersanunparalleledretreatformembers andtheirfamilies Designedforthosewhovaluequalitytimewithlovedones,LVCC blendsrusticelegancewithexceptionalrecreationalfacilities,finedining,andarich socialcalendar.RecognizedasoneofthePlatinumClubsofAmerica,ranked21outof thetop150clubsnationwide,and#107amongPlatinumClubsoftheWorld,LVCC standsasasymbolofexcellenceanddistinction
Knownas"aresortforallseasons,"LVCCfeaturesaUSGA-ratedchampionship18-hole golfcourse,renownedforitsbeautyandchallenge,complementedbyadrivingrange, puttingandchippinggreens,anda19th-holegrill.Theclub’stennisfacilitiesboast NineHar-TrucourtsandfourPickleballcourts,andtheheatedswimmingpool, equippedwithawaterslide,providesaperfectsummerescape Membersenjoydock space,clubboats,andawell-equippedfitnessroomforyear-roundactivity Fromthe vibrantcolorsofautumnreflectinginthesurroundinglakestocozywintergatherings bytheclubhousefireplace,LVCCoffersanarrayofseasonalexperiences.Withover60 yearsoftraditionandacommitmenttoexcellence,LVCCismorethanaclub it’sa communitythatcelebratesthebestinlife.
245 Members
$900,000 Gross F&B Revenues
a la carte/10% banquet Three Dining Outlets
The Executive Chef collaborates with Social and House Committees
Website: https://www lordsvalleycountryclub com/
