Head Chef - From-Scratch Menus, Menus, and Great Benefits

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with client input. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure top sanitation, and maintain strong communication with management to deliver outstanding meals and service.

Responsibilities include menu design meetings, high-quality meal execution, timely kitchen operations, and event support, all while upholding company values and culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Culinary degree is a plus.
• Must hold a valid 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

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Customer service

Cooking methods

Food presentation

Kitchen management

Staff coaching

Sanitation standards

Problem solving

Education

3+ years high-volume food production

Culinary degree

Manager sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Head Chef to design and execute fresh, from-scratch weekly menus with client input. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure top sanitation, and maintain strong communication with management to deliver outstanding meals and service.

Responsibilities include menu design meetings, high-quality meal execution, timely kitchen operations, and event support, all while upholding company values and culture.