Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive compensation
Performance incentive
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career growth opportunities
Job Description
Signature of Solon Country Club, located in Solon, Ohio, is a prestigious private club renowned for its commitment to excellence in golf, dining, and member experiences. As part of the Arcis Golf family, the club thrives on creating an inclusive environment where team members anticipate needs, forge meaningful connections, and elevate the overall experience for members and guests alike. The club is firmly grounded in values of respect, humility, and gratitude, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that supports professional growth and collaboration. Signature of Solon is currently undergoing a period of reinvestment and exciting growth, focusing particularly on enhancing its culinary offerings and member engagement programs. The club's dedication to quality and innovation extends to all facets of its service, emphasizing a culture that rewards creativity and professionalism.
The Executive Chef role at Signature of Solon Country Club is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary culinary leader passionate about elevating gourmet dining within a sophisticated private club setting. This full-time position invites a seasoned professional to lead the culinary program with a strategic and creative mindset to drive innovation and operational excellence. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in designing seasonally inspired menus across multiple outlets including dining rooms, poolside venues, event banquets, and the halfway house. As a key member of the club's leadership team, the Executive Chef will be charged with mentoring and developing culinary staff, maintaining high standards of food quality, and fostering a culinary culture grounded in consistency, pride, and outstanding service.
The role involves financial stewardship, including managing food and labor costs, controlling inventory, establishing vendor relationships, and pricing menus to optimize profitability without compromising quality. This executive position requires an individual who excels in building dynamic teams, engaging with members through innovative culinary programming and special events, and ensuring flawless execution of all food service occasions. The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on leadership style, extensive experience in private club or resort culinary operations, and a demonstrated ability to innovate and inspire. The Executive Chef will also ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and compliance with local and state health codes.
Signature of Solon offers a highly supportive leadership environment where the Executive Chef can exert full creative influence over the club's dining and event menus. The role comes with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and performance incentives, alongside long-term growth opportunities within the Arcis Golf network. The club and its parent company are committed to equal employment opportunities and maintaining a diverse workforce in a discrimination-free workplace. By joining Signature of Solon, the new Executive Chef will contribute to delivering a best-in-market dining experience that significantly enhances member satisfaction, retention, and social engagement, setting new culinary standards in the region.
The Executive Chef role at Signature of Solon Country Club is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary culinary leader passionate about elevating gourmet dining within a sophisticated private club setting. This full-time position invites a seasoned professional to lead the culinary program with a strategic and creative mindset to drive innovation and operational excellence. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in designing seasonally inspired menus across multiple outlets including dining rooms, poolside venues, event banquets, and the halfway house. As a key member of the club's leadership team, the Executive Chef will be charged with mentoring and developing culinary staff, maintaining high standards of food quality, and fostering a culinary culture grounded in consistency, pride, and outstanding service.
The role involves financial stewardship, including managing food and labor costs, controlling inventory, establishing vendor relationships, and pricing menus to optimize profitability without compromising quality. This executive position requires an individual who excels in building dynamic teams, engaging with members through innovative culinary programming and special events, and ensuring flawless execution of all food service occasions. The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on leadership style, extensive experience in private club or resort culinary operations, and a demonstrated ability to innovate and inspire. The Executive Chef will also ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and compliance with local and state health codes.
Signature of Solon offers a highly supportive leadership environment where the Executive Chef can exert full creative influence over the club's dining and event menus. The role comes with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and performance incentives, alongside long-term growth opportunities within the Arcis Golf network. The club and its parent company are committed to equal employment opportunities and maintaining a diverse workforce in a discrimination-free workplace. By joining Signature of Solon, the new Executive Chef will contribute to delivering a best-in-market dining experience that significantly enhances member satisfaction, retention, and social engagement, setting new culinary standards in the region.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years experience as an executive chef or senior sous chef in private club, resort, or high-end hospitality environment
- ServSafe Manager Certification required
- Strong food cost control and labor management skills
- Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years as an executive chef or senior sous chef in private club, resort, or high-end hospitality environment
- Proven track record in food cost control, labor management, and team leadership
- Strong event catering and banquet execution experience
- Hands-on, high-energy leadership style
- Excellent organizational, training, and communication skills
- ServSafe Manager Certification
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
Job Duties
- Design and execute seasonally inspired menus for all dining outlets, pool, events, halfway house, and special programming
- Lead all menu engineering, recipe standardization, portion control, and presentation standards
- Develop signature dishes, branded culinary experiences, and themed event menus
- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, freshness, and creativity
- Create culinary programming that drives participation, revenue, and member excitement
- Achieve or exceed food cost, labor cost, and departmental profit goals
- Conduct regular inventory, purchasing controls, and vendor management
- Negotiate pricing and ensure quality and cost consistency
- Lead menu pricing strategy and engineering for margin optimization
- Maintain detailed recipes, prep systems, and production pars
- Recruit, train, develop, and inspire a professional culinary team
- Build strong bench depth and succession planning
- Implement structured training, station certification, and advancement pathway
- Lead with accountability, positivity, and ownership
- Create a kitchen culture rooted in professionalism, cleanliness, teamwork, and pride
- Partner closely with Events, Membership, and Clubhouse leadership on weddings, tournaments, social events, and private functions
- Personally oversee major events to ensure flawless execution
- Develop creative event menus, buffets, plated dinners, tastings, and action stations
- Maintain high engagement and responsiveness to member feedback
- Enforce ServSafe standards, HACCP principles, and all local/state health regulations
- Maintain immaculate kitchen sanitation and food handling practice
- Ensure all staff certifications and safety training are current
- Lead daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation audits
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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