Chef Manager

Nexdine Llc; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Perks & Rewards

Job summary

NEXDINE Hospitality is seeking a Chef Manager in East Greenwich, RI to lead culinary operations and drive cost-conscious menu development. You will oversee quality, presentation, and service while managing vendor relations and daily kitchen activities.

The role requires strong menu costing, staff development, and client relationship skills to exceed expectations in a corporate dining environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in food service management in corporate dining/education.
• Preferred: culinary school certificate or degree.
• Must have ServSafe Certification.
• Allergen Awareness Certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cost menus; ensure cycle costs and recipes meet standards.
• Oversee food production, quality, presentation and safety.
• Manage catering operations and vendor relationships.
• Handle purchasing, receiving, and inventory controls.
• Plan production schedules and payroll considerations.
• Manage client relations and ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff; provide coaching and training.

Skills

Food service management

Budgeting / P&L

Vendor management

Team leadership

Menu costing

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary school certificate or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are:NEXDINE Hospitality’s family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at www.NEXDINE.com.Job DetailsPosition: Chef ManagerLocation: East Greenwich, RIHours: Full TimeSalary: $76,000 - $80,000/yrPay Frequency: Weekly – Direct DepositWhat We Offer You:Generous Compensation & Benefits PackageHealth, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany-Paid Life Insurance401(k) Savings PlanPaid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth OpportunitiesEmployee Perks & RewardsChef Manger Job Summary:The Chef Manager reports to the Regional Vice President and is responsible for developing and executing culinary results to exceed customer expectations. The Chef Manager oversees and manages culinary and financial operations to meet service, production and presentation standards. The Chef Manager applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food. In addition, the Chef Manager will be responsible for client relationship management and overseeing and developing an hourly staff.This is a 43-week position, paid over 52 weeks.Essential Functions and Key Tasks:Culinary:Manage menu writing and cycle of cost control utilizing appropriate recipes and costing measuresResponsible for the quality of all food products and ensure that standards are metResponsible for all aspects of food production, execution and presentationOversight of all aspects of catering operationsOperations:Responsible for maintaining vendor relationshipsPurchasing of all food or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation ensuring quality control practices are in place for receiving all productsReceiving food and supplies - must be able to lift items up to 40 poundsDetermine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services, including all essential functions of payroll processingEnsure company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, uniform guidelines and productivity are maintainedManage client relationships to maintain client satisfaction and account retentionFinancial:Manage department controllable expenses (P&L) including food costs, labor, supplies, uniforms and equipment, specific to budgetary guidelinesAnalyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costsResponsible for inventory managementSubmit financial reporting to the corporate officePeople:Responsible for people management to include, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, termination, review process, and management of unit staffInstruct, train and supervise cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of foodProvide excellent customer service to include being attentive, approachable, greeting and thanking customersRequired Education and Experience:High School diploma or equivalent3 - 5 years' experience in food service management, specifically in corporate dining/educationPreferred Education and Experience:Culinary School certificate or degreeMicrosoft Office SuiteRequired Eligibility Qualifications:ServSafe CertificationAllergen Awareness Certification