Executive Chef

Overview Introduction The Club at Prescott Lakes is seeking an experienced, passionate, and hospitality-driven Executive Chef to help lead one of the most exciting private club transformations in Northern Arizona. As our newly remodeled clubhouse nears completion and we prepare for the launch of our new signature dining concept, 1888, we are looking for a culinary leader who is excited to build, inspire, and elevate the member dining experience while creating a strong and positive kitchen culture. This is more than a traditional Executive Chef position. This is an opportunity to play a major leadership role in the future of a growing private club focused on hospitality, community, innovation, and member experience. Position Overview The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations for the Club, including à la carte dining, banquet operations, special events, catering, pool food service, and future culinary initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong and positive leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and understands how to balance culinary creativity with operational discipline, consistency, financial accountability, and exceptional hospitality. This position requires someone who is passionate about developing teams, mentoring staff, engaging with members, and helping create a culinary program that reflects the excitement and momentum currently taking place at Prescott Lakes. Key Responsibilities Lead all culinary operations for the Club Develop and maintain a strong, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture Execute consistent, high-quality food presentation and service standards Develop menus aligned with the vision and concept of 1888 Oversee banquet, catering, and member event culinary execution Maintain food cost, labor cost, purchasing, and inventory controls Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members Collaborate with club leadership to enhance the member experience Ensure cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and safety standards are maintained Participate in member events, culinary activations, and social programming Assist in long-term planning, innovation, and culinary growth initiatives Ideal Candidate Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, private club, resort, or upscale hospitality experience preferred Strong banquet and event execution experience Proven leadership and team development abilities Financial and operational management skills Positive, calm, and solutions-oriented leadership style Passion for hospitality and member engagement Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment High standards for cleanliness, consistency, professionalism, and execution Compensation & Benefits Base salary starting at $100,000+ depending on experience Performance bonus opportunity Relocation assistance available Medical, dental, and vision benefits PTO and professional development opportunities Career growth potential within Century Golf Partners Opportunity to make a lasting impact within a premier private club environment #J-18808-Ljbffr