Executive Chef

2 days ago


College Station, Texas, United States Chartwells Higher Education Full time
Job Opportunity

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX.

About the Role

The Executive Chef will be responsible for spearheading culinary operations at a high-volume residential dining hall, crafting exceptional dining experiences for students, staff, and visitors. This role offers the perfect stage to showcase your leadership and culinary vision at a renowned institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of chefs, cooks, and culinary professionals, providing guidance on food preparation, presentation, safety, and sanitation practices.
  • Set and uphold culinary standards, ensuring compliance with recipes, food quality, and presentation standards that exceed expectations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and execute innovative menus and concepts that tantalize the taste buds and delight the senses.
  • Maintain optimal inventory levels of food and supplies, adhering to budgetary guidelines while ensuring seamless operations and product availability.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, fostering a safe and hygienic culinary environment.
  • Forecast annual food and labor costs, monitoring financial performance to drive efficiency and profitability.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities, attending meetings, staff development sessions, and industry programs to stay ahead of culinary trends and best practices.

Requirements

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
  • Extensive catering experience a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • Hands-on chef experience a must
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
  • Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
  • ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • 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
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Chartwells Higher Education is an equal opportunity employer.


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