Chef and Menu Leader for Campus Dining Excellence

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Isla Vista (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited late nights

Holiday time off

Paid vacations

401K match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Isla Vista, CA, is seeking a professional Chef to design and execute fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with client input and management collaboration.

You will lead kitchen staff, uphold sanitation and food safety standards, ensure timely operation, and maintain high presentation and flavor across all dishes. The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and a positive, professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• Ability to pass a background check
• Culinary degree is a plus
• Must hold a valid manager level sanitation certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute menus
• Menu meetings with the chapter will be required.
• Create high-quality meals with excellent presentation and flavor.
• Send photos regularly of meal presentations to management
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes.
• Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner
• Oversee and train kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance with management's approval.
• Order supplies in accordance with budgetary requirements and stock inventory
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regulary with management via calls, emails, and texts.
• Ensure compliance with all policies among staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Customer service

Cooking methods

Professional appearance

Kitchen management

Emergency response

Best practices

Education

3+ years experience

Background check

Culinary degree

Sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Isla Vista, CA, is seeking a professional Chef to design and execute fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with client input and management collaboration.

You will lead kitchen staff, uphold sanitation and food safety standards, ensure timely operation, and maintain high presentation and flavor across all dishes. The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and a positive, professional demeanor.