GENERAL MANAGER
Letter From The General Manager
On behalf of the entire team , we were more than excited to turn the page on 2020 and enjoy a new beginning in January 2021 . Just prior to our Dining Services team taking the traditional two-week hiatus , we were fortunate the weather allowed us to host the iconic Madhatters golf tournament and luncheon .
It was great to see a record turn-out for participation in the tournament and the luncheon which followed , provided a chance to serve our first completely safe buffet in The View . Following mandated Covid guidelines we effectively accommodated social distancing protocols while our food and beverage team safely served more than 60 tournament players . ( be sure to see the great photos in this Newsletter edition with photography credit to member and Madhatter tournament player himself , James Owens ).
Thanks go out to Head Golf Pro Jeff Wagner and his team for all of their planning and support , while Course Superintendent Jake Valentino and his small winter crew worked around the clock in wet conditions to have the course ready . This left the afternoon luncheon to be prepared and served by Chef Jeff Edwards and culinary crew with dynamic duo of Betty Jo Hamilton and Deborah Goglia assisting , keeping order and drinks filled . What this early January afternoon also demonstrated , is our ability to execute a safe and compliant , socially distanced buffet in The View . More to follow soon on this important point .
I would like to now yield my space in this February edition to allow Executive Chef Jeffrey T . Edwards to speak with you in his own words .
I could not be more thrilled and honored to officially welcome to the team “ Chef Jeff ” as he prefers . Chef Jeff made his decision to leave The Southern Inn and join Lexington Golf & Country Club during a most challenging time under difficult conditions , and yet has made substantial progress in a short period of time that will not fully be seen or experienced until we can get beyond this restricted and complicated time . I personally have total confidence in Chef Jeff ’ s deep culinary talent and passion to serve his audience . I also feel very fortunate he made his decision to join Lexington Golf and Country Club as our Executive Chef and make our club members his audience .
And now , in his own words … My name is Jeffrey T . Edwards and I have accepted the position at your club as the Executive Chef .
Following much due diligence in 2017 , I decided to relocate to Rockbridge County to specifically work with Chef George Huge at The Southern Inn , a destination landmark where I have been serving for the last few years .
Prior to this relocation “ south ”, I particularly enjoyed serving as the re-opening Chef following the full renovation of the iconic Hawk and Dove on Capitol Hill in Washington DC as well as the opening Chef at Mackies Bar and Grill on King St . in Old Town Alexandria .
Earlier in my career , I was Executive Chef for more than 8 years at Greg Norman ’ s well-known and highly popular Australian Grille in Myrtle Beach , South Carolina .
I look forward to serving the club members of Lexington Golf and Country Club to make this a destination for golfers and ultimately become a widely-recognized location featuring upscale , classic Club fare .
The highest standards in sanitation and cleanliness have always been at the cornerstone of my philosophy in running a successful kitchen operation and in today ’ s uncertain and tumultuous world , it has become even more of a priority to ensure the health and safety of members and employees alike .
To help attain this end goal , we will be offering a menu designed for curbside to-go contactless delivery in the main roundabout coming from the kitchen in “ The View ” to minimize travel time .
I will always be available to inform the members of any information you may wish to know surrounding food preparation , the products we will be preparing and also willing to assist with any dietary requirements you may wish to discuss . I look forward to serving our members here at Lexington Golf and Country Club .
Sincerely , Jeffrey T . Edwards , jedwards @ lexingtongolfandcountryclub . com
And by the way … I have ruined many a good walk in the country with a set of golf clubs ! Cheers !
I am more than excited Chef Jeff took a leap of faith to join us here at the club . Please join me in welcoming Executive Chef , Jeffrey T . Edwards .
Paul Hassell
In closing , I hope you will consider marking your calendars for one or several of our exciting events planned for February to include , among others , Wine Wednesday on the 3rd , a special Valentine ’ s dinner on the 13th , Cocktail for
General Manager a Cause SPCA on the 20th and Prime Rib Friday on the 26th . Hope to see you at the club soon !
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