Executive Chef I — Higher Ed Campus Dining (Travel Covered)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education in the Greensboro area seeks an Executive Chef I to lead culinary operations for campus dining accounts. You will oversee menus, production, safety, and financial targets while guiding cross-functional teams and maintaining client relationships.

This assignment runs up to one year with travel expenses covered; potential for permanent opportunity and continued growth within Chartwells and Compass Group.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
• 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.
• 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.

Education

A.S. degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education in the Greensboro area seeks an Executive Chef I to lead culinary operations for campus dining accounts. You will oversee menus, production, safety, and financial targets while guiding cross-functional teams and maintaining client relationships.

This assignment runs up to one year with travel expenses covered; potential for permanent opportunity and continued growth within Chartwells and Compass Group.