GREAT WESTERN DINING

Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,800.00 - $63,600.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
flexible scheduling
training and professional development
Career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package

Job Description

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company dedicated to enriching lives through exceptional cuisine. Recognizing that food has a profound impact beyond mere sustenance, the company believes that food fosters connection, cultivates community, and creates enduring memories. With a strong commitment to innovation, creativity, and collaboration, Great Western Dining Service has built a diverse team environment where fresh perspectives and inspired ideas thrive. This commitment allows them to deliver distinctive and memorable dining experiences that consistently satisfy their guests.

As part of their comprehensive service approach, Great Western Dining Service offers a robust benefits package, flexib... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Continuous walking/standing and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience in personnel management
  • Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
  • Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and ability to motivate a team
  • Must possess a passion for excellence
  • Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
  • Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
  • P&L and financial reporting experience
  • Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
  • Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
  • Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
  • Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
  • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
  • SERV Safe or Department of Health certification a plus

Job Duties

  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
  • Menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards
  • Participates in employee meetings and training programs
  • Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
  • Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
  • Maintains an active role in managing team developments
  • Personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing
  • Manages purchasing and inventory controls
  • Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
  • When acting as an interim Food Service Director, you will be responsible for all activity in the account, and staff management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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