Executive Chef — K-12 School Dining Leader

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

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

Job summary

Chartwells K12 is seeking an Executive Chef for a premier K12 district in Winston-Salem, NC. You will lead kitchen operations with creativity and precision, upholding sanitary standards and safety while driving high-quality, kid-friendly menus.

The role reports to the Director of Culinary and offers an entrepreneurial, dynamic leadership opportunity within a large, nationwide school dining program.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, with catering experience preferred.
• Hands-on chef experience with knowledge of food trends, quality, production, sanitation, cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops regular and specialty menus in line with K12 standards, ensuring adherence to portioning and presentation guidelines.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, equipment operation, and safety protocols, promoting a culture of excellence.
• Establishes and maintains thorough cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas.
• Handles inventory of food and supplies, optimizing utilization while ensuring vital products are readily available.
• Ensures compliance with health and sanitation regulations through meticulous adherence to department procedures and participation in audits.
• Actively participates in departmental meetings, staff development initiatives, and professional programs to stay abreast of industry trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.

Skills

Kitchen management

Culinary leadership

Food trends knowledge

Client engagement

Education

Associate’s degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Email systems

Job description

Chartwells K12 is seeking an Executive Chef for a premier K12 district in Winston-Salem, NC. You will lead kitchen operations with creativity and precision, upholding sanitary standards and safety while driving high-quality, kid-friendly menus.

The role reports to the Director of Culinary and offers an entrepreneurial, dynamic leadership opportunity within a large, nationwide school dining program.