Head Chef: From-Scratch Menus, Lead Kitchen, Great Benefits

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off for holidays

Paid vacations

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision, and pet保险

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef in Kansas to design and execute weekly menus from scratch. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure top-notch sanitation, and communicate closely with management and clients to deliver outstanding meals and service.

You will manage food preparation, uphold safety practices, and collaborate with the management team to meet client needs and standards.

Qualifications

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

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 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.
• Ensure compliance with all policies among staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication with management

Food safety knowledge

Culinary expertise

Menu design

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Sanitation certification (manager level)

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef in Kansas to design and execute weekly menus from scratch. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure top-notch sanitation, and communicate closely with management and clients to deliver outstanding meals and service.

You will manage food preparation, uphold safety practices, and collaborate with the management team to meet client needs and standards.