Head Chef – From-Scratch Greek Life Kitchen Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Very few late nights

Time off for most holidays

Paid vacations

401K with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Head Chef to lead fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with input from client and Management team. This role directs all food preparation and staff in alignment with company values and culture, maintaining top sanitation practices while delivering outstanding food and service.

The position focuses on creating high-quality meals, directing kitchen operations, and communicating with management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering.
• Background check required.
• Culinary degree is a plus.
• Must hold or obtain within 30 days a manager level sanitation certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute menus.
• Create high-quality meals with excellent presentation.
• Oversee and train kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance with management’s approval.
• Order supplies in accordance with budgetary requirements 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.

Skills

Team player

Instructions comprehension

Challenging customers

Cooking methods

Professional appearance

Kitchen management

Emergency response

Education

Culinary degree

Manager sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Head Chef to lead fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with input from client and Management team. This role directs all food preparation and staff in alignment with company values and culture, maintaining top sanitation practices while delivering outstanding food and service.

The position focuses on creating high-quality meals, directing kitchen operations, and communicating with management.