
Executive Chef | Private Luxe Membership Club | NYC
An Exclusive Private Membership Club is Hiring an Experienced Executive Chef to join our distinguished culinary team with this leading hospitality brand. This role is ideal for a passionate leader who thrives in a high-end, fast-paced environment, with a commitment to excellence in both execution and creativity. This private membership club offers its exclusive community the pinnacle of luxury, a personalized style of hospitality, and the highest caliber cuisine. Designed as a modern, elegant social destination, the club caters to a discerning clientele who expect refined service, world-class dining, and exquisite attention to detail.
The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure exceptional food quality and presentation. Working in close collaboration with the General Manager, the Executive Chef will play a key role in delivering an unparalleled guest experience.
Responsibilities
- Design creative and seasonal menus that reflect the club's culinary philosophy and exceed member expectations
- Ensure that all menu items meet the highest standards of taste, quality, and presentation
- Source, order, and receive the finest ingredients available
- Develop, teach, and maintain recipes and kitchen techniques
- Lead and organize a large team, holding each chef accountable for their responsibilities
- Oversee smooth, professional service during all operating hours
- Maintain all kitchen equipment and coordinate necessary repairs
- Uphold exceptional standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen
- Manage scheduling, inventory, and food costs to operate efficiently within a defined budget
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine
- Proven success in a quality-driven, high-volume kitchen
- Culinary diploma or equivalent hands-on experience strongly preferred
- Strong leadership skills with a team-oriented and positive attitude
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and stand or sit for extended periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $140,000 - $160,000 annually, based on experience
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with company subsidy
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Generous paid time off and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Dining allowance
- Unlimited referral program
- TransitChek discount
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution