Overview
Banquet Chef Jobs in Charlottesville, VA at Farmington Country Club
Title: Banquet Chef
Company: Farmington Country Club
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Banquet Chef
Farmington Country Club is seeking a Banquet Chef to lead its special events culinary program within a historic, private club setting known for elevated member experiences and exceptional hospitality.
This is a high-visibility leadership role and a backfill for a recently promoted internal leader—offering the opportunity to step into a well-established operation with strong support from executive leadership.
The Environment
- Refined, member-driven private club atmosphere
- Leadership team that prioritizes respect, professionalism, and team development
- Recently enhanced, state-of-the-art culinary facilities
- A culture grounded in collaboration—not ego-driven kitchens
What You’ll Do
- Lead, mentor, and develop the banquet culinary team
- Oversee execution of all special events, from tastings to service
- Partner with senior culinary leadership on menu development and event programming
- Own kitchen operations including purchasing, scheduling, and overall performance of the banquet kitchen
- Participate in financial planning and contribute to the continued success of the banquet kitchen program
- Uphold the highest standards of execution, consistency, and hospitality
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of recent Banquet Chef experience in luxury high-volume culinary environments (Private club experience strongly preferred)
- Strong operational mindset with the ability to manage both people and performance
- Refined culinary skillset.
- A leadership style that is steady, hands-on, and team-oriented
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary up to $80k
- Relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, retirement, and generous PTO
In order to be considered, applicants must apply directly to this job posting.
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