Executive Chef

3 weeks ago

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

We are seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at the University of Chicago. As a key leader in our dining programs, you will be responsible for spearheading menu development and preparation, infusing creativity and precision into every dish. This role entails supervising budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, following standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
  • Complete and apply daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
  • Supervise and mentor chefs, cooks, and other team members on food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices.
  • Ensure the implementation of culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality.
  • Lead inventory of food and non-food supplies, maintaining compliance with established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.
  • Enforce federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures.
  • Forecast annual food and labor costs and supervise actual financial results.
  • Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving happiness and retention.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Must be experienced with computers.
  • ServSafe Certified.

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)

Req ID: 1341254

Chartwells Higher Education

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