EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICE POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - GOOSE CREEK, SC

Compass Group; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Executive Chef overseeing K-12 food service operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary initiatives, ensuring students enjoy nutritious meals in a vibrant dining environment. You will manage kitchen staff, maintain high food safety standards, and innovate menu offerings to meet diverse dietary needs. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact on students' dining experiences. If you're passionate about culinary arts and education, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience required.
• Hands-on chef experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for K-12 food service.
• Train kitchen staff in food preparation and safety.
• Plan and modify menus according to guidelines.

Skills

Culinary Management

Food Safety

Menu Planning

Inventory Management

Staff Training

Customer Service

Education

A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Chartwells K12

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICE POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - FT. WALTON BEACH, FL

Pay Grade: 13

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 for a multi unit K-12 food service operation. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate 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. 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.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.

1. Medical
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Life Insurance/ AD
5. Disability Insurance
6. Retirement Plan
7. Paid Time Off
8. Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
9. Associate Shopping Program
10. Health and Wellness Programs
11. Discount Marketplace
12. Identity Theft Protection
13. Pet Insurance
14. Commuter Benefits
15. Employee Assistance Program
16. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)