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FAIRMOUNT COUNTRY CLUB, Chatham, NJ

EXECUTIVE CHEF

About the Club: Fairmount is a vibrant year-round country club with a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, casual and upscale dining, and active social, golf, racquets, and pool offerings in a resort-like setting. Members choose Fairmount for its unique combination of recreation and relaxation in a friendly environment that offers everything one seeks in a country club without a stuffy pretense.

The Club features a challenging, championship caliber 18-hole par 72 golf course, driving range, short-game practice area, and a state-of-the-art indoor practice facility with two simulators. The club recently held both US Open and Korn Ferry Qualifiers, and continues to grow in stature within the golf community. Beyond golf, the Club proudly offers a premier pool and racquets facility supported by a secondary Clubhouse situated in between the paddle courts and pool.

In the summer months Fairmount offers swim lessons and racquets clinics for junior and adult players of all levels as well as a competitive swim team and a robust swim camp alongside an active social calendar for both youth and adult demographics of membership. Membership is by invitation only.

Position Specific: Fairmount Country Club is looking for an Executive Chef who is creative and sophisticated with a proven track record of a high level of excellence. The Club is looking to commence the largest renovation in history including, a full renovation of the kitchen. FCC is looking for the right candidate to help deliver the “wow factor” and transform the food experience in tandem with the Main Clubhouse re-opening in November 2025.

The Club tends to execute larger events well, but falls short on consistency and details within the a la carte side. The Club is seeking an Executive Chef who can elevate the overall culinary services and deliver a food operation that is both exciting and consistent. The Chef is expected to lead the culinary operation and develop a vision for improvement knowing they will have full support from Club leadership to be able to execute to the high-standards the Club is looking to achieve.

Candidate Qualifications:

• The Executive Chef evaluates job performance of culinary staff; coaches and counsels to ensure staff is on track. Has the ability to demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• The Club is looking to evolve its food elevation and is looking for a visionary leader who thinks out-of-the-box, “the sky is the limit” and can maintain traditional club favorites, yet is forward-thinking and can satisfy a younger demographic of diners.
• Develop recipes, standards and techniques for food preparation and presentation, and ensures the staff is trained to produce a high-quality product served on a consistent basis.
• The Executive Chef sets the standard for culinary employees to maintain high-quality services and products. He/she has the ability to command respect with the kitchen staff while doing so in a way that’s respectful and fosters a positive working culture.
• The Executive Chef is expected to maintain visibility in the Dining Rooms to touch tables and be a pro-active communicator. He/she should exhibit a willingness to engage with members via menu commentary at wine dinners and via member programming.
• The Executive Chef participates in the budgeting process by focusing on labor management and the achievement of the food cost goal. The FY is April 1st - March 31st and the budgeting process usually begins in early January. The Chef works closely with the Director of Finance to evaluate needs for the upcoming FY then assists the GM in presenting it to the Finance Committee.
• The Executive Chef attends the weekly management meeting and Food & Beverage meeting, occasionally attends the House Committee meeting.

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