Chef Manager: Local Sourcing & Culinary Leadership

Unidine; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Unidine is seeking a Chef Manager in Buffalo, MN to lead the culinary and food service operation on site. The role focuses on delivering high-quality meals, managing inventory, costs, and vendor relationships while upholding sustainability and local sourcing goals.

You will oversee menu development, ensure food safety, and drive operational excellence in a contract foodservice environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany this leadership opportunity.

Qualifications

• Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing control.

Responsibilities

• Full culinary management of food service operation including inventory, ordering and receiving.
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products.
• Possesses a passion for sustainability.

Skills

Culinary leadership

P&L awareness

Menu development

Sustainability focus

Inventory management

Job description

Unidine is seeking a Chef Manager in Buffalo, MN to lead the culinary and food service operation on site. The role focuses on delivering high-quality meals, managing inventory, costs, and vendor relationships while upholding sustainability and local sourcing goals.

You will oversee menu development, ensure food safety, and drive operational excellence in a contract foodservice environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany this leadership opportunity.