EXECUTIVE CHEF

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a highly skilled Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. This role requires leadership in food preparation, budget management, and team training, ensuring culinary excellence in a vibrant environment. Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree and substantial experience in kitchen management.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in culinary management required.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting necessary.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and supervise culinary staff.
• Manage kitchen operations and profit/loss.
• Ensure a safety culture in operations.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Baccalaureate degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S13684P Working Title EXECUTIVE CHEF Department PSO-Cont Ed-Aux-Food Services About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About The College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

College/Unit/Department website ww.georgiacenter.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

40.0 hour work week with flexible availablity required, Sunday through Saturday.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 06/03/2025 Open until filled No Closing Date 06/09/2025 Proposed Starting Date 07/07/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title Service/Maintenance Manager FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Summary

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This is administrative and supervisory work involving the development of recipes and menus in a major food establishment. This position requires a higher skill level and longer work hours than the Chef in the meal plan area. Work involves the supervision of special events preparation in accordance with recipes and menus. Work requires training employees on the retail side and preparation and inventory control. Activities and decisions are varied in nature, requiring the solving of both common and unusual problems. Direction is received from an administrative superior on matters pertaining to special menus and operating policies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

• This position requires a substantial and successful track record in profitable kitchen management while maintaining integrity and professional bearing. Possess knowledge of accounting and budgeting along with the ability to compile facts/figures and analyze information that involves data manipulation or interpretation to arrive at logical conclusions. Ability to anticipate and identify issues and exercise initiatives to investigate, interpret and weight alternatives to reach logical conclusions and make sound business decisions.
• Display consistent professional leadership while simultaneously handling competing and changing priorities and projects. Remain positive, resourceful and possess the ability to improvise while working in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office. Must satisfy and comply with the legal requirements for employees of the University of Georgia
  
  

Physical Demands

Frequently stand and walk, speak and hear, use of hands to finger/handle objects, tools, controls, and keyboards; frequently reach with hands and arms. Safely move and handle up to 45lbs frequently. Ability to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and or crawl. Occasionally operates a motor vehicle. Occasionally work with risk of violence, presence of fumes or airborne particles. Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. Occasionally works with risk of electrical shock, and work around vibrations.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

To recruit, train and direct a team of culinary professionals that ensure culinary excellence in preparation and presentation of food products for all outlets within the Georgia Center.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Control of all elements related to profit and loss within the kitchen operation.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Develop and be accountable for a safety culture that creates a work environment that is focused on the health and safety of our guests and employees.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Georgia Center personnel, university officials, clients, employees and the general public.

Support the Georgia Center’s Sales and Marketing efforts as it relates to Food and Beverage

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct and attend all requried department meetings, and other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Leta Salazar Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this job opportunity at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel?
• UGA Jobs
• Georgia Center Employment Page
• Georgia Center Talent Recruitment Brochure
• Insidehighered.com
• Indeed
• hCareers
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Department of Labor
• Goodwill
• From a current UGA employee
• Other
  

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
  
  

Optional Documents

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Research Services

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