Food Service Executive Chef

Intrepid Global Solutions; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC is seeking an experienced Food Service Executive Chef to lead menu creation, food preparation, and kitchen operations. You will supervise staff, manage budget, and ensure quality across all shifts in a demanding environment.

The role requires a high school diploma with accredited culinary training, 5–7 years of related experience, and a ServSafe certification. Strong knowledge of MS Word/Excel is expected as part of administrative duties.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with accredited culinary training.
• 5–7 years of related experience.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Private Sector Chefs highly desired.
• Consideration will be given to relevant professional experience commensurate with assignment.

Responsibilities

• Manage menu creation and all food preparations for all shifts.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Prepare entrees and supervise side dishes and garnishments; follow recipes.
• Cut, trim and bone meats, poultry and fish for cooking.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase items.
• Receive and inspect food items to meet standards.
• Develop recipes based on type of food and knowledge/experience.
• Monitor budget and adjust menus to stay within guidelines.
• Supervise personnel in preparing, cooking, and serving foods.
• Portion cooked foods and provide guidance on garnishing methods.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Budget management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent and accredited culinary course

ServSafe Certification

5-7 years of related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As the Food Service Executive Chef ,you will manage menu creation, all food preparations, kitchen cleaning and local national staff. Have a knowledge of diverse cooking techniques, i.e., Mexican, Italian etc. Prepare entrees and supervise preparation of side dishes and garnishments for all shifts. Cook or otherwise prepare food according to recipe. Cut, trim, and bone meats, poultry and fish for cooking. Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food items. Receive and examine food items and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications. Must be able to work within a budget and make menu changes to stay within targeted guidelines. Select and develop recipes based on type of food to be prepared and applying personal knowledge and experience in food preparation. Supervise personnel engaged in preparing, cooking, and serving meats, sauces, vegetables, soups, and other foods. Portion cooked foods, or give instructions to workers as to size of portions and methods of garnishing

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited culinary course.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience.
• Private Sector Chefs highly desired.
• Consideration will be given to relevant professional experience commensurate with assignment.
• ServSafe Certification required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Full Knowledge of the job. Substantial acquaintance with and understanding of general aspects of the job with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.
• Candidates will also need to be familiar with Microsoft Office and knowledgeable of MS Word and MS Excel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Capable of working in austere environments/locations

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active Secret Required

Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC

www.intrepidgs.com

Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC. (IAH), is a leading provider of global-scale logistics, facilities management, and advanced professional and technical services. IAH provides a broad spectrum of services and solutions to U.S. and international government agencies, and organizations. As a world-class leader in providing seasoned program management, IAH leverages and integrates its capabilities to provide safe, innovative, and reliable solutions to meet customers’ diverse and complex challenges.

Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC. (“IAH” and/or “Company”) and its affiliates, including but not limited to IAP World Services, Inc., Readiness Management Support L.C., JPATS Logistics Services, LLC., and subsidiaries is an EOE, including disability/vets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.