Lead Chef & Kitchen Manager – Campus Dining

University of Rochester; Rennes; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester invites applications for a Chef/Kitchen Manager within UR Hospitality Services, overseeing a dynamic campus dining operation at 735 Library Rd, Rochester, NY.

You will lead culinary teams, ensure top-quality meals, manage budgets and inventory, and uphold food safety standards while supporting the university's mission to provide nutritious meals to students, faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts degree or equivalent professional training and 5 years of kitchen experience, 2 years in leadership.
• Proven experience managing kitchen staff and operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day kitchen operations within the university dining program.
• Leads culinary staff, collaborates with leadership to maintain quality of food and service.
• Manages food production while adhering to safety standards and budgets.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory, and planning for events and catering.
• Monitors food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness according to regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Budgeting

Menu planning

Education

Culinary Arts degree or equivalent training

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The University of Rochester invites applications for a Chef/Kitchen Manager within UR Hospitality Services, overseeing a dynamic campus dining operation at 735 Library Rd, Rochester, NY.

You will lead culinary teams, ensure top-quality meals, manage budgets and inventory, and uphold food safety standards while supporting the university's mission to provide nutritious meals to students, faculty and staff.