Executive Chef – Private Club

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Salary: $125K ++

The Role: Executive Chef

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at our esteemed private club. This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping and executing a world-class dining program that consistently exceeds the expectations of our discerning members. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a passion for Texas-driven, seasonal cuisine, exceptional financial acumen, and a commitment to mentorship.

As the Executive Chef, you will direct the culinary vision across all our dining outlets, including our formal dining room, casual grill, lounge, poolside service, and extensive banquet and private event operations. Your leadership will be pivotal in maintaining our reputation as a premier dining destination within the competitive Dallas-Fort Worth hospitality landscape. You will cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and member-focused service within the culinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Innovation & Development: Design, develop, and execute dynamic, seasonal menus for all outlets, with a strong emphasis on sourcing from premier Texas ranchers, farmers, and producers. Ensure menus are creative, profitable, and align with member preferences.
• Fiscal Management: Assume full responsibility for the culinary department's financial performance. Develop and manage budgets, accurately cost all menu items to achieve margin targets, and oversee inventory control and procurement to optimize food cost percentages.
• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and mentor a high-performing culinary team. Foster a positive and professional work environment that promotes growth, accountability, and low turnover.
• Quality & Consistency: Uphold the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and plating across all culinary operations. Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to ensure a consistent member experience.
• Operations & Compliance: Ensure all kitchen and storage areas meet or exceed health and safety standards, including all local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organization.
• Member Engagement: Act as a visible and accessible leader to the membership. Actively solicit and respond to member feedback to continuously refine the dining program and build strong relationships.
• Banquet & Event Execution: Collaborate closely with the Events Director and General Manager to plan and flawlessly execute a wide range of private events, from intimate dinners to large-scale member functions, ensuring high profitability and member satisfaction.
• Vendor Management: Cultivate and manage relationships with top-tier suppliers and local artisans to secure the best possible products at competitive prices.
• Sustainability Practices: Develop and implement effective strategies for waste reduction and sustainable kitchen practices.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive culinary experience in high-volume, quality-focused environments.
• A minimum of 5 years in a senior culinary management role (Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef) with proven P&L and budgeting responsibility in a Hith-End Restaurant or 4* Hotel )
• Experience in a private club, luxury resort, or boutique hotel setting is strongly preferred.
• Degree from an accredited culinary arts program or equivalent professional certification.
• Certified Executive Chef (CEC) designation is a distinct advantage.
• Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification and Texas Food Manager Certification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and inspire a diverse culinary team.
• Expert knowledge of both contemporary and classic cooking techniques, with specific expertise in Texan and global cuisines.
• Proficiency with kitchen management software, inventory systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Measures of Success

Success in this role will be evaluated based on key performance indicators, including:

• Financial: Achieving or exceeding targets for food cost percentage, labor cost percentage, and banquet profitability.
• Member Satisfaction: Consistently high scores on member dining surveys and positive anecdotal feedback.
• Operational Excellence: Top scores on health and safety audits and consistent achievement of ticket time goals.
• Team Stability: High employee retention rates and successful development of internal talent.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes:

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive Salary, Bonus Potential and Relocation Assistance

How to Apply:

Send resume to jay@geckohospitality.com