Campus Dining Services Chef & Menu Architect

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University Housing is seeking a Food Service Chef to manage ordering and production for dining services and supervise culinary staff. The role involves enforcing quality standards, assisting in menu planning, and coordinating special events to reflect campus initiatives and standards.

The position requires supervisory experience, relevant culinary education or training, and strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Work is in an industrial kitchen on the Champaign-Urbana campus.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of related experience in food production and supervision.
• Minimum qualifications include degrees or vocational training or equivalent experience.
• Supervisory experience in a culinary setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ordering and production of all food service for the dining unit.
• Supervise culinary staff and coordinate training to maintain quality and menus.
• Assist in planning menus and standardize recipes for cost and appearance.
• Participate in meal service evaluation, food safety, and sanitation.
• Coordinate events and catering as requested by unit management.
• Identify staffing and equipment needs and support layout design.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

College coursework in culinary arts

Vocational training in culinary arts

Skilled work experience in large-scale cooking

Two years food production experience

Job description

University Housing is seeking a Food Service Chef to manage ordering and production for dining services and supervise culinary staff. The role involves enforcing quality standards, assisting in menu planning, and coordinating special events to reflect campus initiatives and standards.

The position requires supervisory experience, relevant culinary education or training, and strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Work is in an industrial kitchen on the Champaign-Urbana campus.