Executive Chef — Lead Culinary Team | Weekly Pay

American Food & Vending; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Training programs

Bonus programs

Job summary

American Food & Vending in Jefferson City, Missouri is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary programs at our account location. You will work with the General Manager to support culinary staff and ensure client satisfaction.

The role requires 7+ years in culinary leadership, a culinary degree, and proven ability to manage a large team and maintain strict safety and quality standards. The position offers weekly pay and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or higher certification is required.
• 7+ years in culinary leadership handling large operations.
• Strong leadership and communication to motivate staff.
• Experience with retail, hotels, or education dining operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist, direct and support in daily dining service and catering events.
• Develop recipes, guidelines, create flavor pairings and best practices.
• Stay current on industry trends.
• Monitor weekly inventory, purchasing and reporting to management.
• Hire, develop and supervise kitchen staff.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations.
• May assist with corporate events and account openings.
• May be assigned other duties as needed.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Education

Culinary degree

Certified culinary association

Hospitality/Business degree

Tools

CATERTRAX

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Food & Vending in Jefferson City, Missouri is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary programs at our account location. You will work with the General Manager to support culinary staff and ensure client satisfaction.

The role requires 7+ years in culinary leadership, a culinary degree, and proven ability to manage a large team and maintain strict safety and quality standards. The position offers weekly pay and strong benefits.