Jefferson Landing Jefferson, NC Executive Chef Candidate Requirements
about the club
A storied history. A visionary future.
Jefferson Landing was a vision created and cultivated by the Vannoy brothers of Vannoy construction As Eddie and Mark Vannoy were building townhomes at Banner Elk River Club, they had the idea to create their own golf course community. After acquiring land, they began building in 1988 and the concept has since become a tight knit community and sought after event destination.
Offering esteemed real estate, a top-rated golf course, high end dining, recreation and relaxation at it’s best, and luxury lodging accommodations, Jefferson Landing has become an oasis for adventure and leisure.
The Vannoy family continues to invest in the community and amenities offered, leading Jefferson Landing into the future for generations to come. Following a recent $2M Clubhouse renovation and $3.5M Golf Course renovation in 2017, Jefferson Landing is currently undergoing several updates to include a renovation of the of the Clubhouse downstairs (19th hole Grille and Pro Shop), full replacement of furnishings in both restaurants, a new Himalayan Putting Green and addition of 4 new holes to the Short Course.
A beautiful resort community tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jefferson Landing has something for everyone.
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Clubhouse Amenities
Short
Practice
Where elegance meets adventure
Club Overview Members 450 Members 250 Homeowners Initiation Fee $208K annually Annual dues $1.35M Gross Volume $4.5M F&B Volume $840K Gross F+B Payroll $554K Culinary Employees 13 Average age 60-62
Club Recognition 50 Best Master-Planned Communities Where to Retire magazine Best Value in a Planned Community Where to Retire magazine Top 100 Golf Communities in the US Where to Retire magazine North Carolina’s Top 100 Golf Courses Where to Retire magazine 4 1/2 out of 5 Stars Where to Retire magazine 18 hole Golf Course
Course, 4 holes with 4 more to come
Facilities updated in 2019
Swimming Pool
Courts
Facility
space for up to 200 guests offering exceptional venues indoor and outdoor Multiple Dining Options - 19th Hole Grille - Naked Creek Restaurant & Lounge
Lodging accommodations including - Seven bedroom Manor House - Jeremy’s Landing room & suites - Townhome rentals - Single family home rentals - Condominium rentals
Resort-style
Tennis & Pickleball
Fitness & Wellness
Event
Luxury
the position
Jefferson Landing is searching for a committed, passionate, and personable culinary professional, who enjoys working in an engaging Club and Resort living environment and one who has the ability to select the perfect enhancements to make a lasting impression.
The Executive Chef will coordinate and oversee all daily aspects of the culinary operation to ensure the quality and consistency of the dining experience. This professional should have strong leadership skills and a desire to promote growth and development within their department. The Executive Chef should have the ability to lead and motivate his/her team to create memorable experiences for Jefferson Landing’s Members and Guests.
Key Characteristics and Traits
▪ A naturally enthusiastic personality and passion for the culinary industry
▪ The ability to nurture culture, leading by example to coach and mentor team members
▪ A skill set that enables you to hire, train, motivate and develop a high performing team who are dedicated to a shared vision
▪ The ability to create an excellent rapport with the membership and guests by interacting with them on a regular basis
▪ A mind for innovation and action with an ability to create unique experiences and offerings for the membership and guests
▪ The skills to excel in both banquet and a la carte production, providing hands-on leadership
▪ Creativity in menu design, exhibiting an appreciation for the Club’s culinary traditions, while exploring fresh and innovative culinary trends
▪ Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey information to team members, club leadership, and members
▪ Disciplined follow-through to ensure the vision and goals of the Club come to fruition
▪ Cultivate a high-level of member satisfaction through consistency in the dining experience.
▪ Work with the front-of-house leadership team to address and resolve all member and guest complaints and suggestions
▪ Monitor labor and food cost as outlined in the annual budget, monitoring and approving weekly payroll
▪ Excel in creating personalized menus for special events, weddings and member functions.
responsibilities
qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
✓ A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as and Executive Chef. Executive Sous Chef’s with tenure at reputable Clubs will be considered
✓ Experience in a luxury hospitality or club setting considered a valuable asset
✓ Food safety certification
✓ Certification from American Culinary Federation or other hospitality association a plus
✓ A degree from a post-secondary culinary arts program
Salary and Benefits
Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package.
The position is available immediately.
IMPORTANT
Interested candidates should submit résumés along with a detailed cover letter addressing qualifications and description of alignment/experience with the prescribed position by Friday, May 31, 2024.
These documents must be saved and emailed in Word or PDF format (save as “Last Name, First Name, Jefferson L Exec Chef Cover Letter” and “Last Name, First Name, Jefferson L Exec Chef Résumé”) respectively to: Careers@thedeloziergroup.com.
All requested information, along with references, should be emailed to the address above.
Lead
Search Executive
Scott Craig, CEC, CCA, WCMC Search Executive and Consultant scraig@thedeloziergroup.com
Search Executive
Becca Gentry
Search Executive and Consultant rgentry@thedeloziergroup.com
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