Executive Chef

Hoover Country Club

Executive Chef

Reports to :   General Manager / Clubhouse Manager

Supervises :   All Kitchen Staff

Position Description :

The Executive Chef opportunity at Hoover Country Club in Hoover, Alabama, presents an exciting chance for candidates with proven leadership and culinary expertise to guide our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The Club's diverse dining venues, banquet spaces, and busy a la carte dining requires candidates with experience in high-quality and high-touch environments frequently enjoyed by the membership. The Executive Chef will oversee a dynamic operation that includes a la carte service, private events, and large-scale functions, requiring a strong background in high-quality, member-focused environments.

This position is ideal for candidates with strong organizational abilities, steady and inspiring leadership, and clear, effective communication to ensure consistent execution. The Executive Chef will collaborate closely with Hoover Country Club’s respected executive team in a supportive and member-focused culture, ensuring that all culinary offerings reflect the Club’s standards of excellence and deliver outstanding dining experience for members and guests.

The Executive Chef (EC) is a vital leader within Hoover Country Club’s food and beverage team, responsible for delivering exceptional cuisine to our membership. This role requires consistent commitment to the highest culinary standards and flawless execution. Candidates with a passion for culinary creativity, dedication to quality, and the ability to inspire and lead a talented culinary team in a premier private club setting are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity.

HOOVER COUNTRY CLUB BY THE NUMBERS :

• Approximately 900 Members
• Average Age – 48
• Approximate Annual Gross Revenue – $7.6M
• Initiation Fee – $20,000
• Approximate Food Volume – $1.3M
• Approximate Beverage Volume – $690K
• Annual Covers – 21K
• Weddings Annually - 3
• 70% a la carte / 30% banquet
• Kitchen Employees – 18
• 1 Kitchen, 1 Banquet Kitchen, 1 Pool Kitchen
• Annual Closure – 2 weeks in January – R&M
• Traditionally Closed (Mondays – Thanksgiving – Christmas – New Year's)
• POS – Jonas
• 501-C3 – Status – Member Owned

KEY PRIORITIES

Leadership :

Operations :

Financial :

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Including, but not limited to, the following :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The club will provide compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications including :

Employment Eligibility Verification :

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.