Executive Chef Opportunity at a Leading Education Institution

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Chartwells Higher Education Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an Executive Chef II to spearhead menu development and preparation, infusing creativity and precision into every dish. As a key leader in our dining programs, you'll supervise budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth.

About the Role
  • Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, following standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
  • Supervise and mentor chefs, cooks, and other team members on food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices.
  • Lead inventory of food and non-food supplies, maintaining compliance with established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Spearhead menu development and preparation, ensuring innovative culinary solutions for customers.
  2. Supervise budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction.
  3. Foster employee training and growth, promoting a culture of excellence in the kitchen.
Requirements
  • A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
  • Three or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
  • Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plan.
  • Paid time off and holiday time off (varies by site/state).
  • Associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts.

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