EXECUTIVE CATERING CHEF - Chartwells Higher Ed - Chicago, IL - EXPIRED
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Job Information:
Company: Chartwells Higher Ed
* We have an opening for TWO EXECUTIVE CATERING CHEF positions
* Location: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY - EVANSTON & CHICAGO, IL
* note: online applications accepted only.
If you have a positive attitude and a love for learning, you may be interested in joining our team.
Chartwells Higher Education brings fresh ideas and innovative concepts to higher education foodservice. We have quickly established ourselves as the leading college and university foodservice partner in the industry, and were twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nations Restaurant News. While we reflect on a proud past, we keep a keen eye on what is yet to come, especially in the areas of culinary development and nutrition. We foster development in a setting where mobility, teamwork, and communication flourish.
Full time associates at Chartwells Higher Education are offered many fantastic benefits such as:
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
* Commuter Benefits
* Wellness Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Life Insurance for Associates and Eligible Dependents
* Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD)
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
* Discount Marketplace
* And other voluntary benefits
Job Summary
Job Summary:
Working as the Executive Catering Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
* Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
* Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
* Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
* Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
* Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
* Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
* Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
* Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate
Preferred Qualifications:
* B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate and required experience
* Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
* Extensive catering experience a plus
* High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
* Institutional and batch cooking experiences
* Hands-on chef experience a must
* Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
* Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
* Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
* ServSafe certified - highly desirable
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance).
Req ID: 173478
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