Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Landscapes Golf Management and Mapletøn Golf Club are seeking a passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team.

We at LGM believe these values are the guiding principles of our daily lives.

LGM Values : Do the Right Thing, Take Care of Each Other, Find a Way, Lead, Be the Best

Our hospitality vision is rooted in excellence, where every detail is meticulously planned to deliver an unparalleled experience. The floorplan of our kitchen, bar, and dining areas reflects this commitment, crafted with precision to ensure efficiency, safety, and seamless service. From state-of-the-art culinary equipment to strategically placed prep areas, every aspect is designed to empower our team to operate at their very best. Storage solutions are optimized for convenience and accessibility, ensuring that everything needed to craft exceptional meals and drinks is always within reach.

We are setting the bar high, inspired by the beauty and challenge of our golf course, and our dining experience will rise to meet or exceed those expectations. Mapleton’s fine dining room exudes sophistication, the member lounge offers refined comfort, and the patio invites guests to relax while enjoying exquisite food with stunning views. Our team is poised to provide not just meals but memorable moments, combining world-class cuisine with attentive service. Every dish, drink, and interaction reflects the spirit of Mapleton—a place where luxury meets warmth, and every visit feels like coming home to something extraordinary.

This is an incredible opportunity to be a part of an exclusive Private Golf Club starting from the ground floor where the Executive Chef can build their team from the start.

Mapleton Golf Club Culinary Excellence

Construction Progress :

The clubhouse is expected to be completed in July of 2025 with the golf course to follow shortly after. Construction of the lodging will begin in April of 2025 with a completion date of March 2026.

To learn more about Mapleton Golf Club visit www.mapletongolfclub.com.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for all kitchen functions, including menu development, food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards, sanitation and cleanliness, managing employees, training in cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion, cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the values of LGM
• Ensure all LGM policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs are followed and completed on time.
• Monitors and maintains compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation, serving, and building maintenance.
• Complies with the terms of purchasing agreements and vendor contracts.
• Makes employment and termination decisions, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Maintains appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas.
• Checks the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Checks and maintains proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
• Estimates amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
• Controls food cost and usage by following proper requisition procedures for products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes, and waste control procedures.
• Instruct cooks or other workers in preparing, cooking, garnishing, or presenting food.
• Works with the Food and Beverage Manager to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare standard recipe cards for all new items.
• Supervises or coordinates activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.
• Ensures that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
• Schedule personnel as required for anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Orders or requisitions, food, equipment, or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.
• Checks the quantity and quality of received products.
• Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
• Coordinates planning, budgeting, or purchasing for all the food operations.
• Analyzes recipes to assign prices to menu items based on food, labor, and overhead costs.
• Oversees the continuous training of kitchen employees on kitchen equipment, utensils, cleanliness, sanitation practices, first-aid, proper lifting and carrying techniques, and handling hazardous materials.
• Collaborates with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, considering factors such as seasonal ingredients availability or the likely number of guests.
• Demonstrates new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.
• Ensures that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
• Meets with guests to discuss menus for special occasions like weddings, parties, or banquets.
• Prepares all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules, in an organized and timely manner.
• May be required to direct the set-up and / or takedown of course events and complete necessary reports for the event.
• Maintains the confidentiality of LGM, employee, and member / guest information.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the work and success of the club and the Company by being service- and solution-oriented, having positive interactions with all club staff and members / guests, and meeting established quality, service and safety expectations.
• Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Performs additional assignments per the direction of LGM managers.

Requirements :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and / or abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Note : The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description may be changed or updated at any time without notice.