Unit Chef

Elior; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,

Job summary

Elior Collegiate Dining in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an experienced Unit Chef to supervise and participate in meal preparation across locations. You will lead culinary operations for retail and catering services and help plan menus based on market trends, customer preferences, and nutrition.

The ideal candidate has a culinary certification or equivalent experience, at least three years in culinary management, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
• At least three years’ experience in culinary management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and supervising culinary operations of retail and catering services.
• Planning menus based on market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations.
• Conferring with district managers or other departments regarding daily aspects of dining service.
• Directing and coordinating the work of kitchen staff.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

Job Reference Number: 41260

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Segment: Education

Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota (US-MN) [[location_obj]]

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated Unit Chef to our team. As a Unit chef, you will have the opportunity to supervise and participate in the preparation of meals for various locations as assigned.

What you'll be doing:

• Planning, organizing, and supervising culinary operations of retail and catering services.
• Planning menus based on various factors, such as market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations.
• Conferring with district managers or other departments regarding daily aspects of dining service.
• Directing and coordinating the work of kitchen staff.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
• At least three years’ experience in culinary management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves:

• At least one years’ experience in a similar role.

Compensation Range

$22-26 an hour

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior Collegiate:

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high-impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward-thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer:

This job description can be revised by management as needed.