Executive Chef - Campus Dining Leader

Davidson College; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick leave accrual

Complimentary meals during scheduled

Tuition assistance for employees and

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Davidson College Dining is seeking a Chef De Cuisine to lead all culinary operations at Vail Commons, the flagship all-you-care-to-eat dining facility. You will oversee food production, menu execution, and a culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for students and campus partners.

You will collaborate with Nutrition Services and campus partners to implement innovative, inclusive dining programs, ensure dietary accommodations, and uphold sustainability and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in culinary arts or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership in high-volume operations.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience leading culinary teams.
• Knowledge of large-scale production, menu execution, and cost control.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, allergen management, and sanitation regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and food production management systems.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Direct all culinary operations within Vail Commons Dining Hall.
• Lead daily food production and execution for breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night, and special programs.
• Supervise Sous Chefs, Lead Cooks, Production Cooks, and culinary staff.
• Ensure menu offerings meet Davidson Dining standards and dietary needs.
• Maintain quality, flavor, presentation, and portion control across platforms.
• Monitor production schedules for efficiency and service excellence.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop culinary staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Food safety

Team building

Cost control

Education

Associate's degree in culinary arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or related field

ServSafe Manager Certification

AllerTrain U Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Davidson College Dining is seeking a Chef De Cuisine to lead all culinary operations at Vail Commons, the flagship all-you-care-to-eat dining facility. You will oversee food production, menu execution, and a culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for students and campus partners.

You will collaborate with Nutrition Services and campus partners to implement innovative, inclusive dining programs, ensure dietary accommodations, and uphold sustainability and safety standards.