Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $67,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Our organization is a leading provider in K-12 food service, dedicated to bringing high-quality, nutritious meals to students across multiple school districts. We take pride in fostering a positive food culture within schools by offering flavorful, balanced menus that support student health and academic success. As a district-level food service operation, we work collaboratively with school cafeterias, culinary professionals, and educational staff to ensure every meal served uplifts the dining experience while adhering to rigorous nutritional standards and food safety regulations. We understand the importance of great food in shaping young minds and are committed to innovation and continuous improvement within our food programs.
We are currently seeking a passionate and creative District Chef to join our team. This critical role involves designing menus, developing recipes, and leading culinary training across several schools within a district. The position blends culinary artistry with operational leadership, offering the opportunity to profoundly impact school nutrition by mentoring kitchen teams and elevating the quality and appeal of school meals. The District Chef will serve as the hands-on leader for multiple school kitchens, ensuring food safety compliance, cost-effective purchasing, and excellence in food preparation and presentation. This role demands a blend of culinary expertise, management skills, and dedication to student wellness. If you have a passion for food that fuels learning and the desire to lead teams toward culinary excellence in K-12 education, this position presents a meaningful career path. Employment type is full-time, with a workweek that may extend to 50-60 hours including some weekends. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
We are currently seeking a passionate and creative District Chef to join our team. This critical role involves designing menus, developing recipes, and leading culinary training across several schools within a district. The position blends culinary artistry with operational leadership, offering the opportunity to profoundly impact school nutrition by mentoring kitchen teams and elevating the quality and appeal of school meals. The District Chef will serve as the hands-on leader for multiple school kitchens, ensuring food safety compliance, cost-effective purchasing, and excellence in food preparation and presentation. This role demands a blend of culinary expertise, management skills, and dedication to student wellness. If you have a passion for food that fuels learning and the desire to lead teams toward culinary excellence in K-12 education, this position presents a meaningful career path. Employment type is full-time, with a workweek that may extend to 50-60 hours including some weekends. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- associate's degree in Culinary Arts or related bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- minimum 3 years of kitchen/back-of-house operations experience
- prior school food service experience preferred
- knowledge of budgeting and food cost control
- food safety certification or food handler's card within 2 weeks
- ability to pass background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit
- strong communication skills
- proficiency in Microsoft Office
- ability to work with diverse communities
- basic cooking and cleaning abilities
- ability to stand for long periods up to 5 hours
- ability to bend, lift up to 50 lbs, reach, and move regularly
- ability to work full-time schedule including 6-7 day workweeks
- willingness to travel to schools and company meetings
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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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