Chef Manager- St. Stephens Episcopal Day School - Miami, FL

Flik Intl; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in educational food service is seeking a dynamic Chef Manager for a vibrant school environment. This exciting role involves overseeing culinary operations, ensuring high-quality meals, and managing catering for special events. The ideal candidate will bring culinary expertise and a passion for sustainability, while also fostering a positive dining experience for students. Join a team dedicated to nourishing young minds and making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Full-time Year-round Position

Health Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience in food service or education.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary operations for the school’s lunch program and catering events.
• Ensure quality, presentation, and nutritional value of all meals.

Skills

Culinary Management

Inventory Control

Cost Management

Menu Development

Spanish Speaking

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

ServSafe Certification

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FISD

Position Title: Chef Manager

Salary: $60,000-$75,000/yearly

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school food service across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional food service experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. We also offer cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make healthy choices daily. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

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Join FISD at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Day School (Miami, FL)

FISD is committed to providing exceptional food service in educational environments. We seek a growth-minded Chef Manager for St. Stephen’s Episcopal Day School in Miami, FL, serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. The role involves overseeing culinary and food service operations, ensuring high-quality, sustainable, and efficient meals, including catering for occasional weekend events.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage all culinary operations for the school’s lunch program, including menu development, preparation, and service, Monday through Friday.
2. Oversee catering for special school events, including occasional weekend events (once or twice a month).
3. Handle inventory management, ordering, and receiving food and supplies.
4. Ensure quality, presentation, and nutritional value of all meals.
5. Control food costs and meet budget goals, including P&L accountability.
6. Source local ingredients and implement eco-friendly practices to foster sustainability.
7. Manage food service staff, ensuring proper training in food prep, sanitation, and safety.
8. Maintain compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP.
9. Execute catering events to high standards of quality and presentation.
10. Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least three years of culinary management experience in food service, education, or related fields.
• Flexibility for catering events on weekends.
• Spanish-speaking ability is required.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, cost management, and P&L.
• Experience with high-end catering preferred.
• Knowledge of food trends, safety, sanitation, and presentation.
• Experience with large-scale catering and exposition cooking.
• HACCP knowledge and ServSafe certification desirable.

Additional Information:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Full-time, year-round position with a Monday-Friday schedule and occasional weekend catering.
• Candidates should be within commuting distance to Miami, FL.

Apply to Flik today!

Flik Independent School Dining is part of Compass Group USA.