Campus Executive Chef: Lead Dining Innovation at Radford

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking perk

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Annual Incentive Plan

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Campus Executive Chef I for Radford University in Radford, VA. You will lead culinary operations, spearhead menu development, and ensure client and customer satisfaction while overseeing budgeting and training.

With five or more years in culinary leadership, you will mentor staff, ensure high food quality, and manage inventory and compliance. This role offers growth within a dynamic campus dining program.

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.

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.

Education

AS degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computers

ServSafe Certified

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Campus Executive Chef I for Radford University in Radford, VA. You will lead culinary operations, spearhead menu development, and ensure client and customer satisfaction while overseeing budgeting and training.

With five or more years in culinary leadership, you will mentor staff, ensure high food quality, and manage inventory and compliance. This role offers growth within a dynamic campus dining program.