About Us
Bringing People Together at Birdsong Social
Meet Our Team
Jeff Hastings, PGA
General Manager
Jeff is passionate about fostering the welcoming culture that makes Towhee Club special. He believes that when staff, guests, and the course itself work in harmony, it creates an unforgettable experience for everyone who visits.
With a strong service-driven leadership style, Jeff empowers his team to anticipate guest needs and resolve issues on the spot — ensuring each visit feels seamless from arrival to the final putt. His favorite hole is the challenging 18th, where the approach offers a beautiful view of the clubhouse.
Jeff moved to the Nashville area four years ago with his wife and two children and loves coaching his kids’ soccer teams in his spare time.
Fun fact: As an eight-year-old golfer, he once let Michael Jordan, Fred Couples, and Wayne Gretzky play through — a moment he’ll never forget.
Stephanie Jacobsen
Food & Beverage Director
Stephanie thrives in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of food and beverage — and she especially loves the beautiful views of the course that come with it. She focuses on building a positive, motivated team environment, knowing that happy staff create unforgettable guest experiences.
When she’s not leading the team, Stephanie enjoys traveling with her husband and spending time with her three beloved dogs.
Fun Fact: She was also a cheerleader for over 14 years and performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Kaity Saunders
Sales & Marketing Director
Kaity loves connecting with guests and helping bring their most meaningful moments to life at Towhee Club and Birdsong Social. She believes the magic is in the details and focuses on creating customized experiences that feel personal and unforgettable.
She and her husband are proud to call Tennessee home while raising their two beautiful children. You can find their family doing anything and everything outdoors!
Fun fact: Kaity previously worked for Disneyland, including time living in Japan at Tokyo Disney — she may have even been close friends with a few princesses along the way.
Jessica Cothern
Executive Chef
Chef Jessica is passionate about the people she serves and the team she works alongside. She strives to create quality meals that help celebrate everything from everyday lunches to life’s biggest moments.
When she’s not in the kitchen, Jessica enjoys painting, exploring new culinary ideas, listening to music of all genres, and spending time with her husband and dog — usually with a great cup of coffee nearby.
Fun fact: Before becoming a chef, she worked in welding and helped construct the original Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Zack Bunch
Sous Chef
Zack thrives in the fast-paced, team-driven environment of the kitchen at Towhee Club and Birdsong Social. He values the strong sense of camaraderie among the culinary team, where everyone supports one another and takes pride in delivering exceptional food together.
As Sous Chef, Zack focuses on consistency and presentation. He believes that when every plate looks beautiful and tastes just as great every single time, guests can trust their experience — and that trust is what keeps them coming back.
Outside of the kitchen, Zack enjoys spending time with family, hiking, and heading to the river whenever he can.
Fun fact: Zack can cook a full meal without measuring a single ingredient.
Sal Pecoraro
Front of House Manager
Sal loves the lively atmosphere at Towhee Club and Birdsong Social — from the active golf course to the friendly faces that walk through the doors each day. He is dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure every restaurant experience is superb from start to finish.
When he’s not at the club, you’ll find Sal outdoors with his dogs, at the gym, wine tasting, or enjoying a night out.
Fun fact: He collects Disney trading pins– so if you have one, he might just want to trade!