Campus Culinary Lead - Executive Chef II

Chartwells Higher Ed; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Catering Executive Chef II at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL. You will lead culinary operations, oversee menu development, and drive food quality while guiding budgeting and cost controls.

This role offers opportunities to mentor staff, enhance dining programs, and deliver outstanding campus dining experiences. Competitive salary range $60k-$70k plus benefits, with comprehensive medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent is required.
• Three or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations.
• Must be experienced with computers.
• ServSafe Certified.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, follows 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.
• 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.

Skills

A.S. degree or equivalent

Computer experience

ServSafe Certified

High-volume kitchen experience

Education

A.S. degree or equivalent

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Catering Executive Chef II at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL. You will lead culinary operations, oversee menu development, and drive food quality while guiding budgeting and cost controls.

This role offers opportunities to mentor staff, enhance dining programs, and deliver outstanding campus dining experiences. Competitive salary range $60k-$70k plus benefits, with comprehensive medical and retirement plans.