EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- University of Michigan Greek House Chefs

Ann Arbor, MI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $70,000.00 - $96,400.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

flexible schedule

Job Description

Greek House Chefs (GHC) is a renowned culinary company specialized in providing exceptional dining experiences in collegiate and organizational settings. As a leader in culinary service, GHC is dedicated to delivering high-quality food along with impeccable service to its clients, which are primarily Greek life chapters and other university-affiliated groups. The company prides itself on maintaining superior health and safety standards, creative menu development, and efficient management of culinary operations across various sites. GHC’s team of culinary professionals is committed to upholding the brand’s reputation through meticulous training, innovative food preparation, and consistent client communication to meet and exceed client expectations.

The role of Executive Chef at GHC is critical to the successful operation of the GHC Kitchen where you will be employed. This leadership position entails managing and directing all culinary activities including menu planning, staff training, budget management, and supply procurement to ensure seamless kitchen operations. The Executive Chef works closely with both house management and GHC corporate leadership to maintain positive relationships with clients, ensuring all culinary services meet their expectations and nutritional requirements. Responsible for overseeing food preparation quality, kitchen cleanliness, and sanitation standards, the Executive Chef plays a pivotal role in upholding GHC’s commitment to excellence.

The Executive Chef is entrusted with maintaining a positive health status of the account, modifying and creating menus that align with both quality and budgetary constraints, and managing purchasing and inventory efficiently using the GHC App and other inventory management software. In addition, this role requires recruitment, training, and schedule management of kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to GHC’s health and safety policies, and active participation in routine quality reviews and special events planning. The Executive Chef will also handle vendor relationships, conduct regular kitchen inspections, and ensure all culinary activities align with company standards and client expectations. This role demands an individual with strong leadership, problem-solving capabilities, and effective communication skills to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Due to the nature of this role, the Executive Chef must be flexible with work hours, including a minimum workweek of 45-50 hours and availability for up to three special events each semester. The position also requires maintaining a professional appearance, consistent use of commercial kitchen equipment, and certification such as Serv Safe and food handler’s card as mandated by relevant authorities. Overall, the Executive Chef will be a key player in delivering unparalleled culinary experiences and ensuring operational success within the Greek House Chefs organization.

Job Requirements

Serv Safe Certification within the first available class following employment and maintain certification
valid food handler’s card if required in the state
ability to stand over two-thirds of the time
ability to walk over two-thirds of the time
ability to lift up to 50 pounds
willingness to work minimum 45-50 hours per week
flexible availability for up to three special events per semester
dependable and responsible work ethic
strong attention to detail
ability to maintain composure and self-control under stress
good cooperation and communication skills
physical ability to perform tasks involving stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, lifting, tasting, and smelling
valid driver’s license if required for transfer to other worksites

Job Qualifications

2-3 years lead sous or executive chef experience
culinary degree preferred
ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions
ability to write routine reports and correspondence
effective verbal communication skills
working knowledge of compliance software, database user interface and query software, inventory management software, and Greek House Chefs App
proficient with commercial kitchen equipment including blenders, broilers, convection ovens, cutlery, deep fryers, and mandolin slicers
strong coordination and monitoring skills
active listening and critical thinking abilities
good judgment and decision making
ability to communicate clearly with chefs and students
knowledge of workplace safety procedures
instructing and negotiation skills
service orientation and social perceptiveness

Job Duties

Ensures overall health of the account is positive and in good standing
plans and directs food preparation and culinary activities
modifies menus or create new ones that meet quality standards
recruits and manages kitchen staff
purchases and orders food supplies while managing budget
manages employee’s schedules and hours
manages the GHC App
ensures the overall cleanliness of the kitchen meets and exceeds GHC health and equipment cleaning standards
makes periodic inspections of units to observe quality of food preparation and service, food appearance, and cleanliness and sanitation
coordinates all training activities for kitchen and other production and service employees
follows proper training manual procedures for equipment item requests
develops recipes and portion specifications in accordance with GHC standards
creates and submits menu two weeks ahead for approval
submits budget via the GHC App on time weekly
checks with campus manager on weekly reports of app reviews
schedules and attends food committee reviews at least once a month
maintains a pleasant appearance and clean GHC Blue Embroider chef coat
works minimum of 45-50 hours per week
receives trucks and checks for quantity and quality
keeps availability open for up to 3 special events per semester and plans these events accordingly
maintains positive and professional working relationships with vendors, directors, and clients
works with management to establish account specific service procedures and implements training
monitors schedule and time management responsibilities for self and onsite staff
demonstrates strong knowledge of GHC Handbook
transfers to other worksites as deemed necessary
performs other duties as assigned