EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICE POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - BOSTON, MA

Compass Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Chef II to lead kitchen operations in a dynamic K-12 food service environment. In this role, you will oversee meal preparation, ensure compliance with health regulations, and create engaging dining experiences for students. This is a fantastic opportunity for a culinary professional with a passion for food and education. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of students through delicious and nutritious meals. If you thrive in a high-volume kitchen and have a knack for culinary creativity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience required.
• ServSafe certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations while ensuring safety and sanitation.
• Plan menus and maintain inventory of food supplies.
• Train kitchen staff on food preparation and safety.

Skills

Culinary Management

Food Safety

Menu Planning

Staff Training

Inventory Management

Catering Experience

Sanitation Procedures

Microsoft Office

Education

A.S. in Culinary Arts

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Chartwells K12

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICE POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - BOSTON, MA

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with Chartwells K-12 programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

1. A.S. or equivalent experience
2. Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
3. Extensive catering experience a plus
4. High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
5. Institutional and batch cooking experiences
6. Hands-on chef experience a must
7. Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
8. Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
9. ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Chartwells Schools today!

Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.