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Chef

2 months ago


Fort Dodge, United States Great Western Dining Service Inc Full time $57,500 - $60,000
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Great Western Dining is a people-oriented company. Our corporate culture allows our employees to learn and excel in their chosen fields. We think that going to work should be fun If you think so too, apply below.

Founded in 1990, Great Western Dining Service, Inc. provides contracted dining services for schools, colleges & universities; camps & conference centers; and business & industry. From its inception, GWD has remained strongly committed to our original concepts of quality service coupled with delicious food.


Chef


Company Profile Founded in 1990, Great Western Dining Service, Inc. provides contracted dining services for colleges & universities. From its inception, GWD has remained strongly committed to our original concepts of quality service coupled with delicious food. Great Western Dining is currently providing food and service excellence to higher education institutions across eight states including Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa.

Job Summary

The Chef will be responsible for back and front of the house operations for the food service department. You will maintain a quality culinary program and process all financial reporting. Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
  • Participates in employee meetings and training programs
  • Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
  • Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
  • Maintains an active role in managing team developments
  • Manages purchasing and inventory controls
  • Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience in personnel management
  • Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
  • Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and ability to motivate a team
  • Must possess a passion for excellence
  • Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
  • Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
  • P&L and financial reporting experience
  • Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
  • Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
  • Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
  • Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 30 lbs
  • Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
  • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
  • ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) & matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Requirements: