Associate Director, Executive Chef, Auxiliary & Retail Operations
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
tobacco-free environment
Job Description
Yale University is a prestigious Ivy League institution located in New Haven, Connecticut, renowned for its academic excellence, innovative research, and commitment to fostering a vibrant community. As an employer, Yale offers a dynamic workplace culture that encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to cultivate a supportive environment for its faculty, staff, and students. Yale Hospitality, a key division within the university, is dedicated to providing exceptional food service and hospitality experiences across campus, including residential dining, auxiliary retail operations, and catering services. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, health, and wellness, Yale Hospitality strives to create memorable dining experiences... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field
- Minimum seven years of experience in culinary management
- Proven leadership experience managing culinary teams
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks
- Capable of lifting and carrying up to twenty-five pounds
- Must pass comprehensive background checks
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field
- Seven years of progressive experience in culinary management
- Expertise in menu planning, food costing, and quality assurance
- Knowledge of culinary trends, health and wellness, and sustainability
- Experience with large-scale food service production
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Proficiency in culinary technology platforms such as Jamix
- Ability to collaborate with nutrition and wellness professionals
- Experience in training and evaluating culinary staff
- Excellent communication skills and client interaction abilities
Job Duties
- Designs and implements menus aligned with health, wellness, and sustainability values
- Collaborates with nutritionists and dietitians to accommodate special dietary needs
- Continuously evaluates menu performance and integrates feedback
- Utilizes technology for recipe management and ordering integration
- Develops and manages culinary training programs
- Leads testing and competency evaluation of culinary staff
- Collaborates on policy development and food cost analysis
- Promotes best practices in hospitality operations
- Develops menus for special events and seasonal promotions
- Works with supply chain and sustainability teams to reduce costs and waste
- Represents Yale Hospitality professionally to stakeholders
- Leads and manages culinary teams across auxiliary and retail operations
- Oversees catering and special event culinary executions
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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