After 12 years at the Atlanta club, the Executive Chef has three things he consistently asks of his team.


After 12 years at the Atlanta club, the Executive Chef has three things he consistently asks of his team.

By infusing spirits with fresh fruit and inviting members into the creative process, F&B Manager Jordan Thomas turned a simple cocktail concept into a highly engaging and personal member experience.

The annual Chef to Chef Conference will take place February 28–March 2, 2027, at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, bringing club and resort chefs to the Sonoran Desert for three days of education, competition, networking, and culinary inspiration.

By infusing spirits with fresh fruit and inviting members into the creative process, F&B Manager Jordan Thomas turned a simple cocktail concept into a highly engaging and personal member experience.

McFadden says real confidence comes from trusting that you can find the right solution, not from knowing it immediately.

The Executive Chef’s dish combines fresh, coastal ingredients with bold, vibrant flavors to build a plate that prioritizes balance in every bite.
Grilled Bison Strip
Scallops and Ajo Blanco
Gulf Grouper with Stone Crab–Sweet Corn Bisque Reduction
Ora King Salmon and Lobster Ceviche
Flat Iron Pastrami with French Onion Semolina Dumplings and “Peas and Carrots”
Key West Pink Shrimp and Asiago Gnocchi
Lamb Loin and Spinach Roulade
Dry-Aged Ora King Salmon with Squash Blossom Ratatouille and Sauce Vierge
Beef Tagine
Great Lakes Walleye
Oaxacan-Inspired Ora King Salmon
The Executive Chef at The Country Club at Castle Pines demonstrates how to prepare grilled bison strip with sweet potatoes and roasted wild mushrooms.





Less stress on staff and faster service means happier members and guests.