Executive Chef - School Nutrition & Menu Innovation

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking an Executive Chef - Food and Nutrition Services to lead culinary operations in a school district serving 69,000 students. This role manages a team across multiple kitchens, develops menus in line with USDA guidelines, and drives training and quality across the FNS department.

The role emphasizes from-scratch cooking, nutrition standards, and collaboration with district dieticians.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years cooking/baking experience in commercial or institutional setting.
• 3+ years as Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef.
• Experience developing training in culinary arts.

Responsibilities

• Develop new menu and recipe items; provide culinary demonstrations and leadership for staff.
• Train managers and hourly staff on recipe prep and food production.
• Coordinate with leadership on catering and banquet menu development.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Nutrient analysis software

Bilingual skills preferred

Education

Culinary Degree/Certificate Preferred

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Nutrient analysis software

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking an Executive Chef - Food and Nutrition Services to lead culinary operations in a school district serving 69,000 students. This role manages a team across multiple kitchens, develops menus in line with USDA guidelines, and drives training and quality across the FNS department.

The role emphasizes from-scratch cooking, nutrition standards, and collaboration with district dieticians.