Campus Dining Executive Chef

Genuine Foods is a socially conscious food service management company dedicated to creating nourishing food environments primarily within schools and workplaces. They emphasize the importance of offering great-tasting, wholesome meals made from genuine ingredients, aiming to enhance health, productivity, and happiness through food. As a growing social enterprise, Genuine Foods believes that fresh, scratch-made food paired with exceptional service and enrichment programs can significantly transform lives and build strong community bonds. Their mission goes beyond just managing food service; it involves creating lasting positive impacts on the clients and communities they serve. The company values trustworthiness, personal accountability, putting people first, and transparency as core principles that guide their operations and relationships. They also foster an inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunities and strict anti-discrimination policies.

The Executive Chef role at Genuine Foods is a pivotal position based within a Higher Education facility, where you will have the responsibility of ensuring that students and families receive the quality, scratch-made meals they deserve. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with the culinary and operations management teams while managing the onsite staff. The Executive Chef will plan innovative and engaging menus while incorporating client preferences, nutritional considerations, and seasonal ingredients. Key responsibilities also include leading and coaching a team of cooks and food service staff, overseeing food preparation and service operations, and managing catering and event logistics. The Executive Chef plays a central role in maintaining high standards of food quality, sanitation, and customer satisfaction.

In addition to menu development and culinary creativity, the Executive Chef is involved in important operational tasks such as inventory management, ordering supplies, cost control, and ensuring efficient labor management. This role requires a strong focus on maintaining budgets through collaboration with regional directors, especially concerning food costs and labor expenses. Furthermore, the Executive Chef will ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations while striving for continuous improvement in all aspects of culinary operations. They will also oversee client visits and event services, communicate performance metrics such as meal participation rates and client feedback, and help to retain and develop the kitchen team.

Ideal candidates for this role have at least two years of experience in high-volume production, contract food service, healthcare, catering, hotel, or restaurant environments, preferably in an Executive Chef or Chef Manager position. The role demands adaptability to change and a passion for cooking, even when following recipes not personally created. Genuine Foods values candidates who demonstrate a passion for seasonal ingredients and local sourcing, strong organizational skills, a commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to lead teams with diverse culinary skills. A proficiency in managing numbers and technology, as well as a dedication to fostering team growth and culinary excellence, is essential.

Genuine Foods offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans, paid time off, 401K, and performance-based bonuses. The company culture is built on honesty, transparency, and a strong focus on people and community, making it an attractive employer for culinary professionals who want to make a meaningful difference through their work.