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Campus Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $72,400.00 - $109,450.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Belmont University, located in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee, is a distinguished private liberal arts institution that serves a dynamic community of more than 9,000 students. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a rich campus life, Belmont University fosters an environment where innovation and personal growth are highly valued. The university is deeply invested in providing an exceptional student experience, which extends beyond academics to include outstanding dining and hospitality services. This is made possible through a strategic partnership with Sodexo, a global leader in food services and facilities management that brings expertise, innovation, and a commitment... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years management experience
  • Minimum 3 years functional experience
  • High-volume culinary management experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Leadership skills and hands-on training approach
  • Experience managing food and labor costs
  • Strong computer skills
  • HACCP training

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • High-volume, quality-focused culinary management experience, preferably within a campus dining setting
  • Exemplary communication skills with the ability to lead a large team
  • Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented and task-focused, able to manage conflicting priorities
  • Possesses strong leadership skills and hands-on training approach with an ability to effectively communicate with culinary staff, key personnel, catering staff, and management team
  • Experience in successfully managing food and labor costs, strong computer skills, and HACCP training skills

Job Duties

  • Be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis, and food production forecasting
  • Ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality, are implemented
  • Have a working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems
  • Implement those systems and ensure ongoing compliance across campus
  • Oversee concept development, menu design, and the implementation of new culinary concepts
  • Driving innovation and excellence in the university's dining program to meet the diverse needs and tastes of the student body and staff
  • Promote customer loyalty and brand image, diagnose customer needs, and recommend appropriate products or services

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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