Lead Campus Dining: Senior Executive Chef

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 93,500 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to oversee culinary activities across multiple campus locations, ensuring high food quality and exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include menu development, procurement, and mentorship of a diverse culinary team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in a senior culinary leadership role, strong communication skills, and a culinary degree or equivalent. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $93,500–$115,000, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a senior culinary leadership role such as Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Advanced decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate computer skills with menu-management systems.
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Advanced culinary expertise in menu development and large kitchen operation.
• Proven ability to lead culinary teams across multiple locations.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience/training.
• ServSafe certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary activities across multiple campus locations.
• Ensure high food quality and guest experience.
• Manage procurement and inventory processes.
• Provide leadership and training to a diverse culinary team.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Job description

A leading academic institution is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to oversee culinary activities across multiple campus locations, ensuring high food quality and exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include menu development, procurement, and mentorship of a diverse culinary team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in a senior culinary leadership role, strong communication skills, and a culinary degree or equivalent. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $93,500–$115,000, plus benefits.