Head Chef - Fresh, From-Scratch Menus with Flexible Hours

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evenings off

Holiday time off

Paid vacations

401K with match

Health/Dental/Vision/Pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus from scratch with input from clients and the Management team. You will direct all kitchen operations, uphold sanitation standards, and maintain clear communication with management.

Expect a role that values quality meals, strong service, and professional demeanor. The position emphasizes leadership in a high-volume kitchen, collaboration with management, and a commitment to exceptional food presentation and

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team and lead kitchen staff.
• Demonstrated understanding of a variety of cooking methods and cuisines.
• Commitment to professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards per state/local regulations.
• Experience managing high-volume food production and catering.

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.
• Oversee and train kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance.
• Order supplies within budget and manage stock inventory.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per regulations.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Customer handling

Culinary techniques

Kitchen management

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Manager-level sanitation certification (within 30 days)

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Head Chef to design and execute weekly menus from scratch with input from clients and the Management team. You will direct all kitchen operations, uphold sanitation standards, and maintain clear communication with management.

Expect a role that values quality meals, strong service, and professional demeanor. The position emphasizes leadership in a high-volume kitchen, collaboration with management, and a commitment to exceptional food presentation and