Chef Manager

Guckenheimer; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company seeks a Chef Manager in Port Reading, NJ to oversee culinary operations and lead a dedicated team. Responsible for maintaining food quality and safety, hiring and training staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates should possess culinary experience, strong team-building skills, and effective communication abilities. Join us and contribute to a dynamic work environment where passion for food service thrives.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience in a similar volume food service establishment.
• Food service training in food preparation techniques according to HACCP.
• Understanding of restaurant merchandising and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing, preparation, and execution of high-quality food service.
• Hire, train, and schedule staff.
• Maintain sanitary operation according to health regulations.

Skills

Team building

Customer service

Food safety regulations

Effective communication

Education

Culinary Arts degree preferred

Job description

You have passion for what you do. You like working as a team and be part of a family. It’s not work when you love what you do. Come join us as a Chef Manager and see where your career will take you!!!

Key Purpose

The Chef Manager is responsible for leading a team and efficiently overseeing culinary, and operational functions, within the guidelines established by the client organization, health department, state regulations, as well as Guckenheimer’s standards and expectations.

He/She/They is the brand representative of Guckenheimer/ISS for the team and for the client.

Success Criteria

• Effective Team building
• Solve any customer complaints or issues
• Follow all food safety regulations
• Hire and training new employees

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• Culinary experience in a similar volume food service establishment
• Food service training with experience in food preparation techniques according to HACCP processes and recommendations
• Understands restaurant merchandising and marketing for service preparation and presentation
• Effectively communicate and present information to customers, clients, and employees

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee the purchasing, preparation, and execution of high-quality, cost-effective food service
• Hire, train, and schedule staff. Participate in corporate training and be involved in staff development programs
• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely accounting and financial records within your operating budget
• Maintain sanitary and safe operation in accordance with Federal, State, and local health regulations. This includes following HACCP guidelines to prevent food-borne illnesses
• Represent the company in a courteous, friendly manner. Engage with your customers, listen to feedback, and make changes to better meet the needs of both clients and customers

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet, excluding breaks
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs
• Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code
• Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods

HSEQ Compliance

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.