Job Title:

Chef/Kitchen Manager Location:

Clinton, North Carolina Position Type:

Full-Time (Includes evenings, weekends, and holidays)

Company:

Coharie Country Club About Us:

Coharie Country Club is a premier, member-owned private country club dedicated to offering our community an unmatched social and recreational setting. Home to an 18-hole championship golf course, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and an elegant ballroom event venue, we take great pride in providing high-quality experiences for our members and guests. Our Bar & Grill and event facilities serve as the heartbeat of our social gatherings, from casual post-round lunches to upscale member dinners and weddings.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented, energetic, and highly organized Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. In this dual role, you will be responsible for both culinary execution and business-minded kitchen management. You will design creative menus, manage food and labor costs, supervise and mentor a dedicated kitchen team, and ensure that our members experience consistently exceptional dining, whether ordering from the casual grill menu or attending a large-scale catered event.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Excellence:

Plan and design innovative menus for the Bar & Grill, seasonal events such as Membership Appreciation Dinners, and private banquets. Prep and cook high-quality dishes consistently.

Kitchen Operations:

Oversee daily back-of-house operations, ensuring all inventory is tracked, food supplies are ordered efficiently, and equipment is properly maintained.

Team Leadership:

Recruit, hire, train, and schedule kitchen personnel. Foster a collaborative, positive, and high-performance kitchen environment.

Financial Management:

Manage the kitchen budget by controlling food, beverage, and labor costs. Conduct monthly inventory processes and optimize waste control.

Safety & Sanitation:

Enforce strict health, safety, and fire department food safety regulations. Maintain a pristine, sanitary kitchen environment at all times.

Event Coordination:

Collaborate closely with club management and event coordinators to execute seamless banquet operations, buffet layouts, and special event catering.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience:

3-5 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced or high-volume kitchen, with at least 2 years in a kitchen management or supervisory role (experience in a country club or upscale private venue is a plus).

Certifications:

Valid SERV Safe or Certified Food Manager certification required.

Skills:

Expert knowledge of culinary arts, line cooking techniques, portion control, and plate presentation. Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, POS systems) for tracking inventory and schedules.

Leadership:

Proven ability to direct, delegate, and manage a team under pressure.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Flexibility:

Open availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on club event schedules.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonuses

Paid Time Off Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person