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

Upper Crust Food Service; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision, and pet 보험

Paid vacations

Holidays off

Very few late nights and weekend hours

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a seasoned Head Chef to lead weekly fresh menus and oversee all kitchen operations nationwide. You will direct food preparation, ensure top quality and presentation, and work with the management team to uphold our standards.

You will supervise staff, maintain sanitation, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients to deliver outstanding meals while keeping safety at the forefront. Competitive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented leader capable of directing kitchen staff.
• Ability to follow and enforce detailed instructions.
• Proven customer service and communication skills.
• Strong cooking techniques across multiple cuisines and equipment.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Experience managing kitchen staff, schedules, and performance.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and provide solutions.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute menus.
• Menu meetings with the chapter will be required.
• Create high-quality meals with excellent presentation and flavor.
• Send photos regularly of meal presentations to management.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes.
• Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner.
• Oversee and train kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance.
• Order supplies according to budget and stock inventory.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.
• Ensure compliance with all policies among staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Instructions

Customer handling

Cooking methods

Professional appearance

Staff management

Emergency response

Best practices

Education

Culinary degree

Manager sanitation certification

3+ years high-volume food production or catering

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a seasoned Head Chef to lead weekly fresh menus and oversee all kitchen operations nationwide. You will direct food preparation, ensure top quality and presentation, and work with the management team to uphold our standards.

You will supervise staff, maintain sanitation, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients to deliver outstanding meals while keeping safety at the forefront. Competitive benefits accompany this role.