Executive Chef I - Breck School - Minneapolis, MN

Compass Group Canada; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in foodservice is seeking an Executive Chef for Breck School in Minneapolis. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dining program focused on scratch cooking and quality service in an engaging school community. The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu planning, staff training, and ensuring food safety, all while making a positive impact on students' lives through nourishing meals.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef.
• Catering and institutional cooking experience preferred.
• ServSafe certified highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation and sanitation.
• Maintains inventory and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Food Safety

Culinary Leadership

Menu Planning

Inventory Management

Team Training

Education

A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Salary:$64,000-$85,000/yr.

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

As the Executive Chef atBreck School in Minneapolis, MN, you will lead the dining program. Breck School is an independent school serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade with an all-inclusive lunch program. This is an incredible opportunity for a culinary leader with a passion for scratch cooking, quality service, and community-building. You’ll lead a respected dining program within a tight-knit school community. Great opportunity to make a difference in students' day-to-day lives through food.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3years of experience as an Executive Chef
• Catering experience required in small to large-scale events
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experience preferred
• Hands-on chef experience a must
• Flexibility to provide support for evening events and weekend events as needed
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, email and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable,

Apply to Flik today!

Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Independent School Dining are offered many fantastic benefits.

• 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

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1417760

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NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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