Executive Chef- Western Carolina University - Townhouse Location

Aramark; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a prestigious university. This role emphasizes innovative culinary solutions and exceptional food presentation. You'll be responsible for training a dynamic team, ensuring food quality, and maintaining high culinary standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love creating memorable dining experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence in service.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or at least 3 years of related experience in a management role.
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations.
• Train and manage culinary team using best practices.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Client Rapport

Education

Culinary Degree

Management Experience

Job description

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Title: Executive Chef- Western Carolina University - Townhouse Location

Requisition #: 577178

Location:

Cullowhee, NC, US, 28723

Description:

Job Description

Aramark is currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our team at Western Carolina University. The Executive Sous Chef will be responsible for developing and executing innovative culinary solutions that meet our high standards for production, presentation, and service. This role requires a strong culinary background and the ability to apply advanced culinary techniques to food preparation, ensuring the final presentation and service of food are exceptional.

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Job Responsibilities

• Report to and support our Executive Chef in overseeing the culinary team for daily culinary operations and special events of varied size
• Ensure proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
• Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques
• Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
• Reward and recognize employees
• Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data
• Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
• Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends
• Consistent focus on margin improvement; understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends
• Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of items
• Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards
• Ensure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchase
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
• Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations
• Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or at least 3 years of related experience in a management role required
• Previous experience in special events, hospitality, or catering required
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
• Ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships required
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be comfortable working in a collaborative team dynamic
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. and ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Must have availability to work event-based hours including evening, weekend, and potentially holiday hours

Education

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About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .