Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

Pheasant Bonanza is a premier Orvis-Endorsed Wingshooting lodge and gun dog training facility, recently named the 2025 Wingshooting Lodge of the Year. Operating on more than 5000 acres along Nebraska’s Loess Hills, the club offers a variety of hunting (emphasis on upland hunting), a 20-station sporting clays course, Helice, 5-stand, skeet trap fields, rifle range, and first-class accommodations in our cabins or the Benjamin Schoonover Lodge. Position Overview The Executive Chef position is responsible for the overall food & beverage operation, presentation, and guest experience at the Pheasant Bonanza. This is a hands‑on role that combines hospitality, creativity, organization, and top‑tier cleanliness standards. The ideal candidate takes pride in the total food & beverage experience for all guests. Key Responsibilities Food & Beverage Operations & Guest Experience Manage all food & beverage operations Ensure a high-quality, welcoming experience for all guests Prepare breakfast, lunch, appetizers, and dinner dishes/meals for all guests Order, maintain, and track food & beverage inventory Food & beverage budget creation and execution Food & beverage menu creation and quality standard Facility Management Oversee and perform cleaning of kitchen, all related equipment, bar areas, and storage areas Maintain overall food & beverage cleanliness, organization, and appearance Identify and report maintenance issues promptly Staff Coordination & Support Supervise, train and assist all food & beverage support staff Assign bartender (assists in serving), dishwasher, and breakfast (during season) schedules Assist in hiring bartenders, dish washers, and breakfast cooks (during hunting season) Step in wherever needed to ensure smooth daily operations Assist in other tasks as needed Qualifications Experience in culinary, bartending, hospitality, or restaurant management preferred Strong organizational and leadership skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities High attention to detail and cleanliness standards Self‑motivated, willing and able to take a hands‑on approach Ability to multitask, work flexible hours, and work most weekends, especially during hunting season What We’re Looking For Someone who takes pride in running the lodge’s food & beverage department, improving services, and making sure every guest leaves impressed and wanting to come back. Preferred Traits Creative but pays attention to detail Dependable and punctual Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience cooking wild game and interest in the outdoors, dogs, hunting, or lodge-style business operations is a plus but not required Lodge/Kitchen setting with regular interaction with customers and staff This position will involve seasonal fluctuations depending on business activity Competitive hourly wage / salary- $45,000-$67,000 (based on experience) (6-7 days a week (September 15-December 15, 5-6 days a week December 16-April 15, 4-5 days a week April 16-September 14) This position will require you to work most weekends. Employee perks related to Pheasant Bonanza services #J-18808-Ljbffr Pheasant Bonanza Hunt Club & Kennel