EXECUTIVE CHEF III - K12 FOOD SERVICE - NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; North Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in school dining services seeks an Executive Chef III for North Smithfield, RI to manage kitchen operations in K12 schools. The role involves menu planning, staff training, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates have a culinary background and extensive kitchen management experience, contributing to a healthier dining experience for students.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts degree is highly preferred.
• Three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience required.
• ServSafe certified – highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for K12 district.
• Plan regular and modified menus.
• Train kitchen staff in safe food preparation.

Skills

Food Safety

Sanitation

Kitchen Management

Team Training

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EXECUTIVE CHEF III - K12 FOOD SERVICE - NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI

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Chartwells K12

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF III - K12 FOOD SERVICE - NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 for 10.5 month position

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

This individual will oversee kitchen operations for the North Smithfield, RI area K12 school district in directing the preparation of meals, programs, and initiatives per Chartwells K-12 programs and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, and 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
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications:

• Culinary Arts degree is highly preferred
• Three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience in leading production for multiple units
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Catering experience a plus
• High volume, complex food service operations experience - highly desirable
• ServSafe certified – highly desirable
  
  

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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.

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.

• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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