Regional Chef

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; New England (GA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Meals & mileage reimbursement

Uniforms and health benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. is seeking a Regional Chef to oversee regional accounts in the New England area and lead kitchen operations across multiple sites.

The role demands high-volume cooking expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with production teams; travel within the New England region is required. Applicants should have 10+ years in production kitchens, a High School diploma, ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and experience in school or

Qualifications

• 10+ years in production kitchens or contract dining.
• Strong leadership and staff coordination skills.
• Proven communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities.
• Supervise and coordinate cooks and staff; monitor training on systems.
• Record temperatures, fill production sheets, and use production and purchasing systems.
• Design recipes and suggest changes to improve products and quality.
• Order or requisition food and supplies; manage inventory and freshness.
• Determine presentation per company standards and ensure equipment maintenance.
• Inspect supplies and equipment for conformance to standards.
• Demonstrate new techniques; check quality of raw and cooked foods.
• Record operational data; prepare and cook foods for regular or special events.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized production areas; assist with cleaning.
• Attend production meetings daily; provide input on leftovers, efficiency, and quality.
• Perform duties with safety and sanitation in mind; travel within New England region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience (10+ years)

Leadership & team coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Regional Chef

Manager salary - 26 Pay Full-Time Andover, NH, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 3565

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

Meriwether Godsey is looking for aRegional Chef based in the New England region to oversee or collaborate with the management of the accounts in that area and manage the kitchen by leading other members of the food preparation teams.

What the Regional Chef will do:

Participate in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of meals and other items.

Supervise and/or coordinate activities of cooks and other staff engaged in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food, including monitoring and training on all systems for food preparation and safety. Recording cook-to-hold temperatures, filling out production sheets, and using the production & purchasing systems.

Design recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure quality

Order or requisition food or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation

Monitor and record kitchen inventory; order food supplies and receive and check products for freshness and quality

Determine how food should be presented in accordance with Meriwether Godsey standards and brand

Ensure correct use of equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and schedule equipment maintenance

Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards

Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff

Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

Record operational or production data

Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions

Keep food production areas, kitchen equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and sanitized; participate in and assist with coordinating the cleaning of cooking areas and equipment.

Attend production meetings daily; offer input regarding leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.

Perform all duties in accordance with people safety, food safety, and sanitation best practices

Regular in- and out-of-state travel

Other duties, as assigned

What the Regional Chef will need:

• 10 Years of Experience
• Prior experience in a production kitchen and/or contract dining experience as a person with an elevated skill level
• ServSafe® Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure
• High levels of professionalism, strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility; ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
• High School diploma or equivalent

What you will get:

• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
• Competitive Pay, Meals, and mileage reimbursement
• Uniforms & Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

Enjoy a people- and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the New England area.

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace .