Executive Chef

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University of Florida partnership discounts

Tuition reimbursement programs

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time-off accrual

Annual employee recognition gifts

Job summary

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida in Tampa, FL is seeking an Executive Chef with over 7 years of culinary management experience. The ideal candidate will lead culinary operations, manage kitchen staff, and ensure high-quality food. Responsibilities include menu development, maintaining food safety standards, and collaborating with dining services. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and scholarship opportunities. Flexible working hours required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in a management and executive kitchen position.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• All applicants must complete a Level I and II background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day culinary operations.
• Supervising production of daily specials and assisting during peak service times.
• Collaborating with the Director of Dining Experiences.

Skills

Management Experience

Culinary Creativity

Strong Communication Skills

Food Sanitation Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Two-Year Culinary Degree

Job description

Executive Chef

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Id:1228

# of Openings:1

Position Summary

The Executive Chef must have relevant restaurant industry and previous kitchen and management experience, be self‑motivated, creative, possess strong leadership skills, and be able to spot problems and resolve them quickly while maintaining high work and safety standards. The Executive Chef collaborates with the Director of Dining Experiences and enforces all food safety policies and procedures. Responsibilities include overseeing day‑to‑day culinary operations, supervising production of daily specials, delegating tasks, spot‑checking product for quality, and assisting on the line during peak service times. The Executive Chef motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back‑of‑house employees to achieve the operation’s objectives. The role also assists with menu development, creating daily and weekly specials, updating the always‑available menu, developing special event menus, and working with residents to plan catering menus and holiday parties. The Executive Chef ensures high‑quality food items are creatively prepared and presented, maintains efficient and cost‑effective operations, and monitors quality, cost, eye appeal, and flavor standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required (two‑year culinary degree preferred)
• 7+ years’ experience in a management and executive kitchen position
• Demonstrated knowledge of current restaurant industry trends
• Culinary creativity and flexibility
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal food sanitation regulations
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and provide direction
• Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; empathy, energy, and affinity for working with a senior population
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• All applicants must complete and successfully pass a Level I and Level II background check and drug screening

Benefits

• University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card
• OH, I CAN! Scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs
• Pay every other week
• Licensure reimbursement for clinical positions
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• 401(k) retirement and investing plan with company match
• Paid time‑off accrual
• 6 paid holidays and 1 additional floating holiday
• Annual employee recognition gifts, “You Make a Difference” award, milestone service awards, staff uniform credits