Head Chef: Fresh, From-Scratch Menus + Flexible Hours

Upper Crust Food Service; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

401K with company match

Short late nights

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus from scratch with input from clients and management. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure sanitation, and maintain exceptional food quality and presentation across events nationwide.

We value teamwork, professional appearance, and the ability to handle high-volume service while meeting budgetary and safety standards. Competitive benefits and a dynamic hospitality environment await.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Background check may be required.
• Culinary degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute menus.
• Create high-quality meals with presentation and flavor.
• Train kitchen staff and manage schedules.
• Ensure sanitation and food safety standards.
• Order supplies within budgetary constraints.
• Plan and execute special events as directed by management.
• Communicate with management via calls, emails, and texts.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Customer handling

Cooking methods

Professional appearance

Kitchen management

Emergency response

Industry best practices

Education

Culinary degree is a plus

Sanitation certification (manager level)

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus from scratch with input from clients and management. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure sanitation, and maintain exceptional food quality and presentation across events nationwide.

We value teamwork, professional appearance, and the ability to handle high-volume service while meeting budgetary and safety standards. Competitive benefits and a dynamic hospitality environment await.