Executive Kitchen Leader – University Dining

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ServSafe Certification within 1 year

AllerTrain Certification within 1 year

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations within the university's dining program. You will lead culinary staff, ensure food safety and high-quality meals, and collaborate on menus, budgeting, and events.

Requirements include a Culinary Arts degree or equivalent, 5 years of kitchen experience with 2 in leadership, and certifications such as ServSafe and AllerTrain within 1 year. This full-time role is based at 735 Library Rd in Rochester, NY.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts degree or equivalent professional culinary training and 5 years of professional kitchen experience, 2 years in a leadership role required.
• Proven experience managing kitchen staff and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
• ServSafe Certification and AllerTrain Certification within 1 year are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day kitchen operations and leads a team of culinary professionals.
• Maintains food safety standards and ensures high-quality meals for students, faculty, and staff.
• Assists with strategic planning, budgeting, inventory, and menu development.
• Collaborates with leadership on events, catering, and dining program promotions.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Communication

Budgeting

Team Management

Food Quality

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

University of Rochester is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations within the university's dining program. You will lead culinary staff, ensure food safety and high-quality meals, and collaborate on menus, budgeting, and events.

Requirements include a Culinary Arts degree or equivalent, 5 years of kitchen experience with 2 in leadership, and certifications such as ServSafe and AllerTrain within 1 year. This full-time role is based at 735 Library Rd in Rochester, NY.