Traditions Club is a private club, residential community and home to the 
Texas A&M Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams. Located in the shadow of Texas A&M University, and in the heart of the Research Valley nestled next to the new Texas A&M Health Science Center. In addition to being recognized as one of the best golf courses in Texas, Traditions Club includes a family swim center with beach-like wading pool for the little ones, a sport and leisure pool, and a 25-meter junior Olympic lap pool and casual dining. Member dining is available in the Clubhouse, which offers the Century Ballroom, Twelfth Man Dining Room, Sul Ross Room, 1876 wine cellar, and outdoor terrace.
Beautiful custom homes, estate lots and golf course homesites line the tree lined roadways that wind throughout the golf course. Traditions’ terrain is reminiscent of the foothills of the Texas hill country, known for its casual elegance. Traditions Club ranks among the most beautiful communities in Texas yet boasts a decidedly “no pretense” approach to private club living.
In addition to these first-rate club benefits, Traditions Club also offers overnight accommodations, a low-maintenance lifestyle in one of our Villas, or in a breathtaking custom-built estate. Traditions also offers 2, 3, and 4 bedroom Founders and Gameday Cottages and Casitas overlooking the golf course that are available for overnight accommodations allowing another option to local hotels.
Few Notable Facts reflective of club’s culinary ambitions: 
Home of the Guinness World Record for the Largest Gingerbread House and home to the Wine Spectator TOP 100 Dinner every February. That’s right for the last 6 years we have had the #1 Wine in the World right here in Bryan, Texas.
The Position: The Traditions Club is looking for a Chef who will compose menus of few club favorites blended with the chef influenced progressive approach with Southwest flavors and family friendly offerings. He/she will work towards developing a solid culinary team that is creative and takes pride in what is produced. The Club requires a Chef that will instill higher standards into the kitchen operation, which will include a strong commitment to training programs to ultimately result in elevated service standards that reflect in the food and beverage programs. The Chef will also offer healthy alternatives and a wide variety on the menus.
Job Requirements:
- ACF Certification and/or college degree in culinary arts is preferred.
- An engaging personality – one that both staff and membership can relate to and rally around.
- Club and commercial experience preferred.
- A foundation of excellent culinary and leadership skills.
- The ability to handle multiple priorities and delegate assignments to the appropriate individuals based on their skills, roles, and interests.
- Excellent written and verbal skills for effective communication, the ability to facilitate small group presentations, and the skills to be an effective listener are all sought after skills
- Competent in organizational, time management skills.
The ability to demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills. The chef is responsible for leading the product knowledge training for all positions. The chef has a leading role in the vision and marketing of the culinary operation.
Key Expectations and Goals:
- The ability to organize and develop systems to ensure a smooth food service operation.
- Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times. This includes site visits to all outlets.
- Cooks or directly supervises the cooking of items that require skillful preparation.
- Develops recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which help to assure a consistently high quality and to minimize food costs; exercises portion control over all items served and assists in establishing menu selling prices.
- Interacts enthusiastically with, and is visible to, the membership.
Additional Information:
- Total annual food sales at $1,150,000.
- The desired a 40% cost of good with 55% of sales form a la carte service and 45% in banquet and member events.
- Total full-time kitchen employees is 14 supported by a $435,000 labor budget.
- The Chef is responsible for purchasing all food materials and works closely with a sous chef.
- Works as part of management staff with Clubhouse Manager, Catering/Events Manager Coordinator, Lodging Manager along with the Club Controller.
- The Executive Chef will report to the General Manager.
- The Club is Golf and Community focused meaning clubhouse services & cuisine must be top notch as they are a large amenities to Real Estate Sales!
Summary: The successful candidate must be compatible with the nature of the Club. He or she must demonstrate values, conduct, and integrity consistent with the caring philosophy in place. The club will only consider a career professional with a lifelong passion for cooking, possesses a proven and stable record of culinary excellence, actively engaged in professional development and, ideally, of Texas origin.
The Club offers a competitive compensation plan including a base salary, holiday bonus, continuing education, and other standard perks and benefits for this executive position. Interested individuals should send resumes, a well-conceived cover letter, and supporting information (A Personal Portfolio is encouraged) in strict confidence. Click Here to upload your information.
