Food Service Director / Chef

Mansfield Hall; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

401(k) plus match

Paid time off

Wellness funds

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Mansfield Hall is seeking a Food Service Director/Chef to lead residential dining, including continental breakfast, lunch and dinner, snacks, and special events. You will design weekly menus, order and receive provisions, and ensure safe food preparation while fostering community for students and staff.

You will manage inventory and budgeting, maintain health and safety standards, educate students through group cooking sessions, and provide inclusive meals accommodating dietary needs and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a food service environment.
• Food safety certification is required (may be obtained after hire).
• Procurement, meal planning, and cooking for up to 40 individuals.
• Executive Chef experience preferred.
• Culinary degree/certification preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff and students to design a weekly menu that aligns with dietary needs and preferences.
• Execute delicious meals in a timely manner; prepare meals for staff to heat and serve on weekends.
• Interact daily with staff and students providing excellent customer service.
• Maintain inventory and create ordering systems within a monthly budget.
• Maintain cleanliness per health regulations and safe kitchen practices.
• Provide group-style culinary instruction and host orientation around food preparation and independence.

Skills

Meal planning

Food safety

Customer service

Team leadership

Independent work

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Position Title: Food Service Director/Chef

Date/Revision: 06/2024

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Site Director

Supervises: None

Position Summary:

The Food Service Director/Chef is responsible for creating a delicious, safe, and welcoming environment for residential food service at Mansfield Hall including continental breakfast, buffet-style lunch and dinner, snacks, and special events. The Chef oversees all aspects of menu design, food ordering and receiving, dinner preparation, and safety for the facility while creating a sense of community for students and staff. This position is similar to a fraternity or sorority house chef. All meals must include accommodations for dietary needs and food allergies.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with staff and students to design a weekly menu that aligns with student dietary needs and preferences


• Execute delicious meals in a timely manner. Solely responsible for all cooking. Prepare meals for other staff to heat and serve over the weekend.


• Interact daily with staff and students daily providing excellent customer service.


• Provide scheduled group cooking instruction to and invite participation in prep and cleanup from students.


• Maintain product and supply inventory. Create and maintain inventory management and ordering systems.


• Maintain a monthly established budget.


• Maintain cleanliness in accordance with Department of Health regulations and basic maintenance of kitchen spaces and equipment.


• Document, monitor, and plan for dietary restrictions and allergies of students and staff. Constantly ensure accurate and informative signage on all products, dishes, and menus.


• Perform cleanup and breakdown after meals to include storage of leftovers for student grab-n-go.


• Provide group-style culinary instruction to students to support the cooking of dinner and cleaning afterward.


• Host a summer orientation series for new students around food preparation, cooking, and other basic skills for independence.


• Perform other duties not specified, but essential to the functioning of the Mansfield Hall program.

In performing their job responsibilities, our employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects Mansfield Hall’s commitment to a supportive and encouraging living and learning environment. This includes effective and respectful interaction with co-workers and students alike, embracing our inclusive work and living environment, and always acting in consideration of the privacy and integrity of our students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience in procurement, meal planning and preparation, and cooking meals for up to 40 individuals.


• Food safety certification is required (may be obtained after hire).


• Three or more years of equivalent experience working in a food service environment.


• Proven success working independently as well as within a team setting.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication, including written and verbal. Experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse is a plus.


• Executive Chef experience preferred


• Culinary degree/certification preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to positively impact our fun and inclusive work and living environment.


• Strong organizational and administrative skills that reflect a customer service focus, attention to detail, and effective systems management


• Ability to multitask


• Ability to flex, periodically, outside of a normal schedule for special events at Mansfield Hall.

Benefits:

• Health, vision, dental insurance


• 401(k) plus match


• Paid time off


• Wellness funds


• Volunteer time off

Mansfield Hall is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. People from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, women, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.