Executive Chef, Summit Hills Club – Crestview Hills, KY

Position: Executive Chef, Summit Hills Country Club – Crestview Hills, KY About the Club Summit Hills Country Club is a long-standing private club located in Crestview Hills, Kentucky, serving generations of members from the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati region. With a proud history spanning nearly a century, the Club has evolved thoughtfully while remaining focused on delivering a high-quality, welcoming experience for its members and their families. Summit Hills is a true year-round club, offering a full calendar of dining, social, golf, and family-focused events that drive strong engagement across all seasons. From weddings and private events to holiday celebrations and themed dining experiences, the Club serves as a central gathering place for its membership. Over the past eight years, Summit Hills has invested more than $10 million into its facilities, including a complete kitchen renovation in 2021. These investments reflect a Board and management team that are financially committed, aligned, and focused on elevating the member experience, particularly within Food & Beverage. The membership is vibrant and growing, with strong participation and thoughtful engagement. Position Specific Summit Hills Country Club is seeking an Executive Chef who understands both the culinary and business aspects of Food & Beverage and is a strong, hands‑on leader of people. The ideal candidate has a solid food foundation, values consistency and execution, and understands the importance of urgency and teamwork in a high‑volume club environment. This individual leads by example, working alongside the team rather than managing from a distance. The Executive Chef fosters collaboration between front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house staff and plays an active role in setting standards, developing systems, and reinforcing accountability throughout the operation. The Executive Chef is responsible for all food and pastry production, including a la carte dining, banquet functions, and other outlets. Responsibilities include menu development, food purchasing specifications, recipe development, budgeting, and oversight of kitchen operations. The Chef supervises and coordinates the work of the Sous Chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and professionalism. NOTE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER Summit Hills is supported by an engaged and loyal membership that genuinely values the dining experience and takes pride in the Club. Members are younger, increasingly active, and open to innovative ideas while still respecting tradition and quality. With no food minimum, dining participation is strong, and feedback from the membership is thoughtful and candid. The staff is a mix of experienced team members and younger front‑of‑house employees, creating an energetic environment with opportunities for mentorship, training, and leadership development. The kitchen was fully remodeled in 2021, and over the past eight years the Club has invested more than $10 million into its facilities. The membership, Board, and management team are aligned and committed to elevating Food & Beverage. We are seeking a chef who can blend classic club favorites with modern, creative cuisine such as refined tapas, contemporary comfort food, and fresh interpretations inspired by today’s leading restaurants, while delivering consistency and quality every day. Candidate Qualifications • An engaged leader with a strong culinary vision who drives dining offerings while ensuring quality control and consistency • Exceptional management and administrative skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff and department heads • Highly organized, with the ability to meet deadlines related to menu planning, event execution, weekly features, and operational deliverables • Passionate about all aspects of the culinary profession and committed to staying current with food trends, techniques, and equipment • Ability to create house‑made items, creative buffet presentations, and evolving menus appropriate for a private club environment Initial Focus • Learn the Culture of the Club and Build Strong Relationships with the Membership – Take time to understand the culture of the Club and…