CHEF

Warren, MI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $20.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

voluntary benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Chartwells K12 is a leading foodservice provider dedicated to creating dining programs that ensure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than when they arrived. Operating in over 4,300 schools with more than 16,000 associates nationally, Chartwells K12 specializes in delivering food that kids love to eat, supported by rich expertise in food, education, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, embracing different perspectives to foster innovation and success. They offer both full-time and part-time employment opportunities, focusing on creating positive work environments and ensuring employee growth and satisfaction.

The Chef position at Chartwells K12, located at 39221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 in Cranbrook, offers a unique chance to work within various kitchens on campus with a flexible schedule that includes full-time and part-time options. This role requires previous scratch cooking experience and offers a competitive pay rate of $20.00 per hour. The position involves supervising and coordinating the kitchen team and food production to maintain high standards in food quality, sanitation, and customer service. Employees benefit from comprehensive training, supportive management, and numerous employee benefits. Chartwells K12 is an equal opportunity employer that values fairness and aims to accommodate all qualified candidates with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Requirements

previous scratch cooking experience required
ability to work in various kitchens on campus
full time or part time availability preferred
ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
strong interpersonal skills
capable of lifting and standing for extended periods
flexible schedule with willingness to work varied hours and days

Job Qualifications

previous scratch cooking experience
experience supervising kitchen staff
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
ability to manage inventory and food cost
strong organizational and leadership skills
excellent communication and teamwork abilities
ability to follow standardized recipes and production schedules

Job Duties

supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food
ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met
supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action
efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules
ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product
receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory
maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area
helps select and develop recipes and menus
performs other duties as assigned