Executive Chef Lone Palm Golf Club

Position: Executive Chef with Lone Palm Golf Club Founded in 1964 by George W. Jenkins, founder of Publix Super Markets, Lone Palm is a private club rooted in community, family values, and has a passion for the game of golf. The Club was built on a foundation of southern hospitality, exceptional golf, and lasting camaraderie. Over the decades, we’ve evolved into a full-service club offering premier amenities and personalized service.

All in a welcoming atmosphere. Guided by the Jenkins family’s passion and vision, Lone Palm is experiencing a new chapter of vibrancy, infused with energy, professional expertise in golf and pickleball, and a spirit that reflects the standards of a premier private club.Chef Position Specific:The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall leadership and management of all culinary operations at Lone Palm Golf Club.

This position oversees menu development, food production, kitchen operations, banquet execution, purchasing, inventory management, food safety, and culinary team development.The Executive Chef will ensure a consistently high-quality dining experience for members and guests while maintaining strong financial performance through effective food cost, labor management, and operational controls.

The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on culinary leader who can balance creativity, operational excellence, team development, and financial accountability.NOTE ABOUT THE F&B MANAGEMENT TEAMBrandon – is the Sous Chef who began in April of 2026, he comes with a wealth of experience in an Executive Sous role se – Is the Director Food & Beverage and started in April of 2026 as well. He has significant experience leading F&B at hotels across US.

Chalsi is the Event Manager and has been with the Club for 2.5 years. She previously led events for the Villages.The best advice we can give to our new Executive Chef is we are team-focused on helping the ownership fulfill their vision. Focus on the member experience above all.

Be open to feedback and constructive criticism.Candidate QualificationsThe Executive Chef position requires a leader who can consistently deliver high-quality food while meeting the diverse expectations of owners and membership.The Executive Chef has proven people skills with abilities in recruiting, training, and retaining culinary staff, building a disciplined and motivated team.The Executive Chef addresses the unique challenges of the kitchen while elevating the overall member experience.

The key traits are:1. Consistency and Quality: A chef who can ensure consistent food quality across all service periods and menu items, so members feel confident that every meal meets the high standards of Lone Palm Golf Club.2. Creativity with Structure: Someone who can bring fresh ideas to menu variety and rotation while balancing the broad differences in member expectations.

The goal is to deliver diverse, appealing options that satisfy all segments of our membership.3. Leadership and Team Development: A proven leader capable of recruiting, training, and retaining a skilled kitchen staff. Strong mentorship and team‑building skills are essential to improve service speed, staff performance, and overall kitchen morale.4.

Operational Excellence: Ability to manage day‑to‑day operations efficiently, including inventory, cost control, and workflow, to reduce stress on the team and improve service consistency.5.

Member‑Focused Approach: A chef who listens to feedback, anticipates member preferences, and works closely with the management team to enhance overall satisfaction.The Executive Chef will assist the Controller & F&B Director in creating budgets for Labor, Purchasing, and CAPEX.The Executive Chef is expected to be actively engaged with the membership, including contributing information regularly to…