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EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- University of Washington Greek House Chefs

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Paid holidays

Job Description

The Executive Chef position is offered by a specialized culinary service company dedicated to delivering exceptional kitchen management and food preparation services within Greek House Kitchens (GHC). This company is committed to maintaining the highest quality culinary standards while ensuring client satisfaction and operational efficiency. As a leader in culinary services, the organization emphasizes professionalism, culinary innovation, and adherence to strict health and safety standards. The Executive Chef role is critical to the success of each kitchen unit, as it encompasses a broad range of responsibilities including managing culinary operations, staff training, menu planning, purchasing, budgeting, and maintaining excellent communication with both house management and GHC administration. The Executive Chef plays a key role in shaping the dining experience by overseeing food quality, kitchen cleanliness, and sanitation practices that meet and exceed established GHC guidelines.

This role is full-time with a requirement of 45-50 work hours per week and involves active participation in special events scheduled throughout the semester. The Executive Chef is expected to be hands-on, involved in every aspect of kitchen operation from receiving and inspecting deliveries to developing recipes that balance nutritional needs with budget constraints. The position demands leadership in recruiting, scheduling, and managing kitchen staff, alongside administrative duties such as submitting menus and budgets through the GHC App on a timely basis. Moreover, the Executive Chef must maintain a professional appearance, comply with uniform standards, and ensure consistent quality control and service excellence. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong communication skills with both clients and staff, and the ability to adapt to multiple kitchen environments as required by management. Overall, this is a dynamic and demanding position ideal for an experienced culinary professional seeking to advance their career in an organized and customer-focused setting, with ample room for creativity and leadership growth.

Job Requirements

  • serv safe certification within first available class following employment
  • valid food handler's card if required by state
  • ability to stand and walk over two-thirds of the time
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • availability to work 45-50 hours per week
  • open availability for up to 3 special events per semester
  • ability to maintain professional appearance and follow uniform policy

Job Qualifications

  • 2-3 years lead sous or executive chef experience
  • culinary degree preferred
  • ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals
  • ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • effective oral communication skills
  • knowledge of compliance, inventory, and management software
  • experience with commercial kitchen equipment
  • strong coordination and monitoring skills
  • ability to teach and negotiate
  • service orientation and social perceptiveness
  • knowledge of workplace safety procedures
  • problem sensitivity and critical thinking abilities
  • dependable and cooperative work style
  • ability to manage stress and maintain self-control

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 creates new ones that meet quality standards
  • recruits and manages kitchen staff
  • purchases and orders food supplies while managing budget
  • manages employee schedules and hours
  • manages the GHC App
  • ensures kitchen cleanliness meets and exceeds health and cleaning standards
  • performs inspections of food quality and cleanliness
  • coordinates and implements training for kitchen and service employees
  • follows training manual procedures for equipment requests
  • develops recipes and portion specifications
  • submits menus and budgets via the GHC App
  • attends food committee reviews monthly
  • plans and participates in up to 3 special events per semester
  • maintains professional appearance and compliance with uniform standards
  • receives and inspects deliveries for quality and quantity
  • maintains positive relationships with vendors, directors, and clients
  • establishes and enforces service procedures
  • monitors schedules and time management of self and staff
  • transfers to other worksites as required
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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