Executive Chef I – Campus Dining Innovator

Compass Group USA; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays Off

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL is seeking an Executive Chef I to lead the campus dining program under Chartwells Higher Education. You will spearhead menu development and food quality, forecast annual costs, and drive staff training to achieve high performance.

This role requires strong culinary leadership and collaboration with campus operations to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The position offers growth potential within Chartwells as it expands its on-campus dining portfolio

Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations.
• Must be experienced with computers.

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.
• 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

Culinary management

High-volume ops

Computers

Education

AS degree or equivalent

Job description

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL is seeking an Executive Chef I to lead the campus dining program under Chartwells Higher Education. You will spearhead menu development and food quality, forecast annual costs, and drive staff training to achieve high performance.

This role requires strong culinary leadership and collaboration with campus operations to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The position offers growth potential within Chartwells as it expands its on-campus dining portfolio