Head Chef - From-Scratch Campus Dining Leader

Upper Crust Food Service; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Head Chef to lead a chapter house kitchen, plan weekly from-scratch menus, and train staff. You will ensure cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with the chapter on what lands on the table.

This hands-on leadership role requires excellence under pressure, strong cooking proficiency across methods, and the ability to manage inventory and events as directed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering.
• Culinary degree is a plus, not required.
• Manager-level sanitation certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Proficiency across cooking methods, cuisines, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with the chapter.
• Train and oversee kitchen staff and manage schedules.
• Keep kitchen and dining area clean, sanitary, and up to code.
• Order supplies, manage inventory, and stay within budget.
• Enforce safety standards and plan special events as directed.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume production

Food safety

Kitchen management

Culinary skills

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Head Chef to lead a chapter house kitchen, plan weekly from-scratch menus, and train staff. You will ensure cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with the chapter on what lands on the table.

This hands-on leadership role requires excellence under pressure, strong cooking proficiency across methods, and the ability to manage inventory and events as directed.