Executive Chef - Campus Dining & Menu Innovation

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed, a member of Compass Group USA, is seeking an Executive Chef at the University of Chicago. You will lead culinary operations across menus including gluten-free, kosher, halal, vegan, and vegetarian options, driving menu development and cost control.

This role involves budgeting, food costing, client satisfaction, and staff training. Relocation assistance is available, and there is strong potential for growth within our rapidly expanding dining program on campus.

Qualifications

• Requires A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years with progressive high-volume 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

Computers

Education

A.S. degree or equivalent experience

5+ years high-volume culinary/kitchen management

Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations

ServSafe Certified

Job description

Chartwells Higher Ed, a member of Compass Group USA, is seeking an Executive Chef at the University of Chicago. You will lead culinary operations across menus including gluten-free, kosher, halal, vegan, and vegetarian options, driving menu development and cost control.

This role involves budgeting, food costing, client satisfaction, and staff training. Relocation assistance is available, and there is strong potential for growth within our rapidly expanding dining program on campus.