Assistant Executive Chef — Culinary Ops & Menu Leader

University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Yearly performance-based increases

Job summary

The University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops is seeking an experienced Assistant Executive Chef. This role requires you to oversee culinary operations, manage a team of culinary professionals, and assist in menu development for various dining facilities.

With responsibilities including training kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with HACCP guidelines, candidates must have a culinary degree and at least 2 years of experience in high-volume environments.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, and is eligible for a bonus program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a chef in high volume food production.
• Familiar with HACCP principles and analytical cost control methods.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Direct culinary staff in contract dining and kitchen operations.
• Develop training programs for culinary employees.
• Maintain quality standards in dining operations.

Skills

Culinary management

Knowledge of HACCP principles

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Food service principles

Creativity

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Menu management systems

Job description

The University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops is seeking an experienced Assistant Executive Chef. This role requires you to oversee culinary operations, manage a team of culinary professionals, and assist in menu development for various dining facilities.

With responsibilities including training kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with HACCP guidelines, candidates must have a culinary degree and at least 2 years of experience in high-volume environments.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, and is eligible for a bonus program.