• Exceptional Northern Beaches opportunity for a talented Executive Chef
• The Executive Chef is key in leading the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional member dining experience in one of Sydney’s most exclusive private member country clubs
• We are looking for a talented and committed chef to enhance and elevate our offer to our members and guests that includes a relaxed bistro style dining experience, a grab & go offer, take home dining and do a broad range of Club and private events.
• Competitive salary and staff benefits, dependant on the experience and capability of the candidate.

About us 

Elanora Country Club is:

“Our Home by the sea, delivering an exceptional member experience”

Situated by the sea on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the ECC is a private Members Country Club featuring a leading 18-hole golf course, various sporting facilities, a beautiful Clubhouse, and onsite private accommodation in our 9 room Lodge.

We are a club that cares about our members, their guests, and our team is underpinned by our CARE values.

The role 

We are seeking to appoint an Executive Chef who is passionate about food and delivering a quality member experience.  The candidate will deliver service excellence, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and thrive in a hands-on role.  The Executive Chef will oversee our kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality cuisine that exceeds Member and guest expectations. They will be pivotal in driving innovation, managing resources effectively, and fostering a high-performance team culture within our culinary operations.

About You 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team, including the ability to manage kitchen operations to maintain high standards of food quality across all outlets and events.
• Skills in developing and implementing food initiatives that enhance Member engagement and increase usage of Club facilities.
• Experience in the oversight of events, functions, café/bistro and grab and go.
• Sound understanding of financial aspects of kitchen management, including food cost, and labour management, and the optimisation of staff resources.  You will do this through collaboration with the Food and Beverage Manager to achieve financial targets related to food revenue, cost control, and gross margins.
• Proficiency in computer-based reporting and kitchen management software.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the kitchen to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Proficiency in overseeing procurement processes to ensure high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
• A sound understanding of food safety regulations with experience in fostering a safe workplace, which is compliant with all food and safety requirements.

What’s in it for you

We are dedicated to looking after our team and offer:

• A beautiful green work environment with a supportive and positive team culture
• A strong commitment to ongoing training and development
• A range of excellent staff benefits including access to the club’s sporting facilities, meals on shift and a rewards & recognition program
• Discounts on food, wine and retail purchases in the Golf Shop
• Onsite parking, Uniforms provided and laundered
• Annual Staff fund
• Staff Employee Assistance Program

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to fandb@elanoracc.com.au. Please include “Executive Chef Application” in the subject line.

Closing date: 

Applications close 19July 2024

Elanora Country Club is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.