Chef de Cuisine

Fiddler's Creed Golf Club, located in Naples, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Chef De Cuisine! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures proper preparation of menu items.
• Inspects, selects, and uses only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, fowl, and other food products to maintain the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Writes, maintains, and updates all menu specifications, recipes and pictures, and production forecasts.
• Prepares requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Observes production flow and adjusts in order to adhere to control procedures for cost and quality.
• Ensures proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products in compliance with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing.
• Items in proper containers of kitchen and service.
• Monitor that all equipment in the kitchen is clean and in proper working condition.
• Identifies need for repairs and ensures that repairs are made in a timely manner.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Chefs and Cooks.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.
• Develops ongoing training programs.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associate's degree preferred.
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Food Safety and Applicable Sanitation Training

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is often required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• They will occasionally be required to balance, stoop, twist upper body, kneel, and climb.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Noise level is typically moderate to loud.
• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season.
• Work weekends and holidays.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older).
• Time Off - Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria.

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

About Troon Privé:

Troon Privé is the private club division of Troon, the global leader in golf and club management. Dedicated exclusively to private clubs, Troon Privé partners with premier properties to deliver exceptional hospitality, personalized service, and outstanding member experiences. By combining industry-leading resources, expertise, and innovation with each club’s unique culture and traditions, Troon Privé helps create vibrant club communities where members, guests, and associates feel valued, welcomed, and connected. Our clubs are built on a commitment to service excellence, operational integrity, and creating memorable experiences that extend well beyond the golf course. Associates are empowered to grow their careers, develop their talents, and make a meaningful impact. Through a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous learning, our team members have the opportunity to be part of something special while helping shape the future of private club hospitality. Learn more at www.troon.com.