Executive Chef | Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

American Food & Vending; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Ongoing training and development

Bonus programs

Job summary

American Food & Vending in Spring Hill, Tennessee is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary programs at the account location, working closely with the General Manager to support programs and staff and ensure client and customer satisfaction.

The role requires culinary leadership experience, development of recipes and standards, and supervision of a kitchen team while maintaining compliance with safety regulations; occasional events and account openings may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Culinary Degree or certification from an accredited culinary association or bachelors degree in hospitality, Restaurant or Business.
• 7+ years; experience in a culinary leadership role that may include retail, hotels, business, or education dining, serving up to 500 plus customers daily and managing staff of 10 employees (or more).
• Possess exceptional time management skills along with strong leadership and communication skills to motivate and direct staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX and other online ordering systems.
• Knowledge of all state and local food handling regulations.
• Able to lift to 50lbs, stand, walk, bend for daily work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist, direct and support in daily dining service and catering events.
• Develop recipes, food preparation guidelines, create flavor pairings and execute culinary best practices.
• Stay current on developing trends in the industry.
• Monitor weekly inventory, purchasing and provide reports to General Manager and District Manager.
• Hire, develop and supervise all kitchen staff that may include Sous Chef, Line Cook, Prep Cook, and kitchen utility worker.
• Ensure adherence to company standards, state, and federal safety regulations.
• May assist with special corporate events, projects, and account openings.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Certification by culinary association

Tools

Microsoft Office

CATERTRAX

Job description

American Food & Vending in Spring Hill, Tennessee is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary programs at the account location, working closely with the General Manager to support programs and staff and ensure client and customer satisfaction.

The role requires culinary leadership experience, development of recipes and standards, and supervision of a kitchen team while maintaining compliance with safety regulations; occasional events and account openings may be assigned.