Lead Chef – Fresh, From-Scratch Menus + Light Hours

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday time off

Paid vacations

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision, and pet보험

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead fresh, from-scratch weekly menus for fraternity and sorority houses. You will direct kitchen staff, plan menus with client input, and uphold top sanitation standards while delivering outstanding meals and presentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong cooking skills, and proactive communication with management. Expect a fast-paced environment with less late nights than typical hospitality roles, and opportunities to

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, design, and execute weekly menus with input from client and management.
• Oversee kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance with management approval.
• Create high-quality meals with excellent presentation and flavor.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Order supplies within budget and stock inventory.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per regulations.
• Plan and execute special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Kitchen management

Food safety

Cooking techniques

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Manager sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead fresh, from-scratch weekly menus for fraternity and sorority houses. You will direct kitchen staff, plan menus with client input, and uphold top sanitation standards while delivering outstanding meals and presentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong cooking skills, and proactive communication with management. Expect a fast-paced environment with less late nights than typical hospitality roles, and opportunities to