Executive Chef

Meriwether Godsey; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals

Uniforms

Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume food production program and manage special events for a boarding and day school in Newtown, PA. You will oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, ensuring HACCP standards, quality, and food safety while mentoring a team and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

This role offers growth in a dynamic hospitality environment. Join Meriwether Godsey, a value-driven company committed to inclusive leadership and

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 5+ years in related food service experience.
• 5+ years in contract food service, high-end catering, and high-volume dining, with multi-unit experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, and food safety; ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-volume food production and catering operations.
• Develop menus and oversee purchasing and production.
• Ensure food safety, temperatures, and daily usage records.
• Build strong vendor relationships and manage costs.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for staff.
• Deliver high-end catering for events and special occasions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Vendor relations

Sustainability

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for an Executive Chef responsible for leading and managing a high-volume food production program, as well as special events and high-end catering for a dining program at a boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 in Newtown, PA. Our ideal candidate has strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, as well as a passion and demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity.

What The Executive Chef Will Do

• Communicate daily with production staff on all food production activities.
• Purchase organically and locally produced foods, whenever possible, and work alongside production staff to incorporate these products into recipe and menu offerings daily.
• Oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices.
• Ensure proper food temperatures are reached, maintained, and recorded; ensure daily records of food usage, organization of storage/cooler areas, and other compliance regulations are kept.
• Lead by example; engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while researching price variations.
• Implement and maintain HACCP standards.
• Maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships.
• Deliver high-end catering.
• Assist in Back of House phases of financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.

What The Executive Chef Will Need

• Associate’s Degree or five or more years of related food service experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Contract Food Service Operation, High-End Catering Management, and High-Volume Dining, and Multi-Unit experience.
• Application and promotion of current food trends.
• Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
• Participative management style and excellent leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Account and Project Management Skills.
• Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred.

What The Executive Chef Will Get

• Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others.

Enjoy a small, community-focused environment where you may grow your leadership and hospitality skills, and your career opportunities with a value-based company. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Philadelphia, PA market!

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.