EXECUTIVE CHEF III - UNIVERSITY OF EVANSVILLE - IN

Compass Group; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative dining service as an Executive Chef, where you'll lead culinary excellence at a prominent university. This role offers the chance to create and implement exciting menus while managing a talented kitchen team. With a focus on client satisfaction and employee growth, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing the dining experience for students. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and collaboration in a vibrant campus environment. Your culinary expertise will not only shape menus but also foster meaningful connections within the community. Start your impactful career journey today!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary or kitchen management experience in high-volume operations.
• ServSafe Certified with strong menu development skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement menus while ensuring food quality and safety standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff on food preparation and safety.

Skills

Culinary Management

Menu Development

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

A.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Computers

Job description

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Do you enjoy crafting and implementing innovative culinary solutions to customers? We are currently seeking an Executive Chef at the University of Evansville in Indiana. You will be a lead culinarian within our dining programs. As a key leader in our dining programs, you'll spearhead menu development and preparation, infusing creativity and precision into every dish. This role entails supervising budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth. With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance professionally and make an immediate impact in our culinary landscape!

Key Responsibilities

+ Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, follow standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards.

+ Complete and apply daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.

+ Supervise and train chefs, cooks and other team members on food preparation/ presentation, safe food handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation.

+ 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.

+ Follow federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as evidenced through audits conducted by local health departments and third-party entities.

+ Aid in the forecasting of 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.

Preferred Qualifications

+ A.S. degree or equivalent experience.

+ Three 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.

+ ServSafe Certified

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of crafting outstanding dining experiences.

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_ChartwellsHED.pdf) for paid time off benefits information

Req ID: 1415926

Chartwells Higher Education

CINDY SCHOENFELD

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