Head Chef: Fresh From-Scratch Menus & Balanced Hours

Upper Crust Food Service; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very few late nights

Holidays time off

Paid vacations

401K with company match

Health/dental/vision/pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus, lead a kitchen team, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. The role involves managing staff, coordinating with management, and ensuring quality and presentation of all dishes.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, and a strong 401K, plus paid holidays and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work well as part of a team and follow directions accurately.
• Demonstrate proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude; uphold sanitation and safety standards.
• Experience leading kitchen staff, managing schedules, and training; control inventory and costs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute menus for weekly cycles.
• Oversee kitchen staff, schedules, and performance with management approval.
• Maintain sanitation and safety per state/local regs and ensure timely kitchen operations.
• Order supplies within budget and manage inventory levels.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Team player

Instructions comprehension

Customer handling

Cooking methods

Professional appearance

Kitchen management

Emergency response

Industry best practices

Education

Culinary degree

Manager-level sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus, lead a kitchen team, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. The role involves managing staff, coordinating with management, and ensuring quality and presentation of all dishes.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, and a strong 401K, plus paid holidays and vacation time.