Executive Chef

EXECUTIVE CHEF AT IDLE HOUR CLUB

The Executive Chef position at Idle Hour Club in Macon, Georgia, offers an exceptional opportunity for a culinary leader. Renowned for its dedication to providing outstanding dining experiences, Idle Hour Club is seeking candidates with a proven track record of excellence. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in overseeing a la carte operations, and banquet events, with humility and a passion for hospitality and mentoring. As one of the premier clubs in Georgia, Idle Hour Club values tradition while embracing continuous improvements. The successful candidate will join a strong team and have the chance to contribute to the club's culinary program. With well-maintained and recently updated kitchens, Idle Hour Club offers a dynamic environment for a culinary professional to thrive and build relationships with the team and members making a lasting impact.

EXECUTIVE CHEF JOB DESCRIPTIONProvides the highest quality product that is always prepared about quality and consistency and is met with a high degree of member satisfaction.The EC creates the standards for kitchen policies and procedures, communicates these policies, and ensures that the policies are adhered to by all BOH staff. The EC leads by example and is very hands-on in all aspects of the operation.Creates and updates menus at least seasonally while incorporating daily features. He or she develops, costs, and documents recipes and controls to ensure consistency.The EC should be well-versed in traditional “southern cuisine” and well-executed high-quality club classics.Always has a focus on using fresh, local ingredients in season. Innovative and creative buffet presentations are extremely important at Idle Hour.Ensures that impeccable standards of sanitation and cleanliness are always maintained throughout the kitchen. The EC leads the back-of-the-house concerning accident prevention, training, and retention of staff as well as sanitation and safety controls. He or she must possess a high level of attention to detail in all facets of kitchen operations. The EC safeguards all food preparation employees by implementing ongoing training to increase their knowledge about safety, sanitation, and accident prevention principles.Stays current on all culinary trends and is well-versed in accommodating a wide variety of food allergies and intolerances. He or she also has experience and an interest in healthy and tasty menu options.Is the face of culinary operations and needs to be comfortable conversing and interacting in both the kitchen and dining rooms as he or she interfaces with multiple and diverse constituencies (members, staff, vendors, etc.) throughout the day. The EC is visible and approachable.Is responsive to club and team member requests and strives to find creative ways to accommodate reasonable requests. He or she believes in the service philosophy: “The answer is ‘yes,’ what is the question?”The EC is a team builder who mentors kitchen staff and develops a pipeline of talented and creative individuals. The EC treats all staff with respect and, in return, requires that of the team.

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF THE EXECUTIVE CHEFEvaluate, develop, train, and mentor the kitchen staff.Building trust with Members, listening to requests, and focusing on execution of the basics to a high standard.Listen to staff and members. Learn names culinary and dining requirements (allergies, etc.), and preferences.Establish processes to ensure consistency and quality in a la carte and banquet services.Build new banquet menus with creative and varied options.Review, evaluate, and revise a la carte menus after consulting with members and the Idle Hour Club team. Find and maintain a balance of classic Idle Hour Club favorites and southern-style cuisine with new and innovative menu options.Manage budgeted food and labor cost goals.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONSHas at least five years’ experience as an executive chef or as an executive sous chef at a larger club.Is outgoing, friendly, and passionate about providing exceptional food and service.Possesses strong and positive leadership and management skills.Displays excellent oral and written communication skills.Is effective at recruiting, training, and evaluating the culinary team.Makes difficult personnel decisions promptly and maintains a courteous, calm, and helpful attitude under pressure.Is extremely organized to successfully manage and lead multiple a la carte and banquet venues simultaneously.Has a successful track record of controlling costs, standardizing recipes, and planning budgets, and has the skills necessary to perform all kitchen tasks and train others to properly execute those tasks. The EC leads by example.Must have computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with Jonas POS software is a plus.

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONSEarned a culinary arts degree from an accredited school and/or an ACF apprenticeship program.Has Certified Executive Chef (ACF) or Pro Chef (CIA) certification.Is ServSafe certified.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATIONIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

SALARY AND BENEFITSSalary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package including association membership.