Executive Chef - Campus Dining Leader (Greensboro)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is seeking an Executive Chef to provide operational leadership for on-campus dining programs in the Greater Greensboro, NC area for up to one year. All travel expenses will be covered by Chartwells.

The role requires planning menus, directing cross-functional teams, and delivering defined financial and service outcomes. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, a minimum of five years in kitchen management, and a ServSafe certification,

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations.
• Must be experienced with computers.
• ServSafe® Certified.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, adhering to standardized recipes and presentation standards.
• Complete and implement daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
• Supervise and mentor chefs, cooks, and other team members on food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices.
• Ensure the implementation of culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality.
• Manage inventory of food and non-food supplies, maintaining compliance with established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.
• Follow federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as evidenced through audits conducted by local health departments and third-party entities.
• Forecast annual food and labor costs and monitor actual financial results.
• Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving satisfaction and retention.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations.

Skills

Executive Chef

Culinary management

High-volume operations

Computers

ServSafe Certified

Education

A.S. degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is seeking an Executive Chef to provide operational leadership for on-campus dining programs in the Greater Greensboro, NC area for up to one year. All travel expenses will be covered by Chartwells.

The role requires planning menus, directing cross-functional teams, and delivering defined financial and service outcomes. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, a minimum of five years in kitchen management, and a ServSafe certification,