Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $68,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Job Description
Our client is a dedicated organization specializing in K-12 food service, committed to providing nutritious, flavorful, and cost-effective meals to students across multiple schools within a district. As a respected employer in the educational food service sector, they strive to maintain high culinary standards while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. With a focus on nutrition, food safety, and operational efficiency, this organization plays a vital role in ensuring students receive balanced meals that promote health and wellness.
The District Chef position is a pivotal role within this organization, expertly blending culinary creativity with impactful leadership. In t... Show More
The District Chef position is a pivotal role within this organization, expertly blending culinary creativity with impactful leadership. In t... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3+ years of experience in kitchen/back-of-house operations
- Food safety certification or food handler’s card within 2 weeks of hire
- Must be able to pass a background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit
- Clear, professional communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
- Must be respectful, inclusive, and able to work with diverse communities
- Basic cooking and cleaning abilities required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
- 3+ years of experience in kitchen/back-of-house operations
- Prior school food service experience strongly desired
- Knowledge of budgeting and food cost control required
- Strong culinary skills with hands-on leadership experience
- Food safety certification (or food handler’s card within 2 weeks of hire) required
- Must be able to pass a background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit
- Clear, professional communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
- Must be respectful, inclusive, and able to work with diverse communities
- Basic cooking and cleaning abilities required
Job Duties
- Prepare and cook food according to standardized recipes and production records
- Create new recipes using commodity and purchased ingredients
- Conduct taste tests and chef demonstrations with students and staff
- Design cost-effective, appealing, and nutritionally balanced student menus
- Enter menus into the nutritional analysis program
- Place food and supply orders while monitoring cost control
- Train kitchen staff on food safety, HACCP, cooking techniques, and presentation
- Collaborate with Cafeteria Managers to ensure meal quality
- Follow all local health department and company safety regulations
- Supervise and evaluate kitchen team members
- Submit reports as assigned and ensure timely compliance
- Support other duties as assigned to improve culinary operations
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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