Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus potential, full benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401K.
Job SummaryDo you enjoy crafting and implementing innovative culinary solutions to customers? We are currently seeking Campus Executive Chef at IIT in Chicago, IL. You will be the lead culinarian within our dining programs and catering. As a key leader in our dining programs, you'll spearhead menu development and preparation, infusing creativity and precision into every dish. This role entails managing budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth. With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance professionally and make an immediate impact in our culinary landscape!
Key Responsibilities - Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, adhering to standardized recipes and presentation standards.
- Complete and implement 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.
- Manage inventory of food and non-food supplies, maintaining compliance with established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.
- Follow federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as evidenced through audits conducted by local health departments and third-party entities.
- Forecast annual food and labor costs and monitor actual financial results.
- Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving satisfaction and retention.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations.
Qualifications - A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
- Five 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.
Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of shaping exceptional dining experiences.
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Chartwells HE
CINDY SCHOENFELD
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