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COREcruitment Ltd lists this Executive Chef opportunity in denver, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Executive Chef
Location: Denver, Colorado
Salary:
$110,000 - $120,000 + PTO + 401K + Benefits + Relocation
Position Overview
I am hiring on behalf of a private club in Denver, Colorado, seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations and continue to elevate its food and beverage offering. This is an upper-mid-level club with approximately $2+ million in annual F&B revenue, a strong family-oriented membership, and a particularly busy poolside dining operation.
The Executive Chef will oversee a predominantly à la carte operation, with approximately 80% of the business coming from à la carte dining. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who can deliver high-quality food, develop a strong team, and create an exceptional dining experience for members and their families.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all culinary operations, including à la carte dining, poolside food service, banquets, and special events.
* Lead, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
* Create and execute menus that reflect member preferences, seasonal ingredients, and current culinary trends.
* Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards across all outlets.
* Manage food purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and food cost controls.
* Oversee labor scheduling, staffing levels, and departmental budgets.
* Monitor financial performance and implement strategies to improve profitability.
* Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
* Build strong relationships with club leadership and respond to member feedback.
* Develop culinary offerings that appeal to families and enhance the overall member experience.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader within a private club, upscale restaurant, or resort environment.
* Strong background in à la carte dining and high-volume food service operations.
* Experience managing food costs, labor budgets, and overall departmental financial performance.
* Demonstrated ability to recruit, lead, and develop a strong culinary team.
* Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
* Ability to manage a busy seasonal poolside operation alongside core dining services.
* Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred.
* ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification preferred.
Who can apply
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