Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive benefits package
Career development opportunities
retirement plans
Job Description
A leading foodservice organization with a strong presence in university dining operations across the region is seeking a highly skilled Campus Executive Chef for a prestigious university dining operation located in Alabama. This company is recognized for its commitment to culinary excellence, innovation, and providing exceptional dining experiences within the higher education sector. With a portfolio that includes major universities, the company is dedicated to fostering a collaborative culture and delivering high-quality foodservice solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, faculty, and campus visitors.
The role of Campus Executive Chef is central to driving the culinary strategy and operational success of a large, high-volume residential dining program. This position involves overseeing multiple dining outlets responsible for serving thousands of meals each week, ensuring consistency, quality, and innovation are at the forefront of all culinary efforts. The Campus Executive Chef will lead the development and execution of creative culinary programs designed to engage students, including interactive cooking classes and campus-wide cooking demonstrations, fostering a vibrant dining culture on campus.
The successful candidate will work closely with university administration and senior leadership to strengthen partnerships and align dining services with university goals. Collaboration across district and regional leadership teams is essential to achieving culinary excellence and operational efficiencies. The role also includes oversight of the culinary components of high-profile catering events, supporting the catering team to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences.
Working primarily a Monday to Friday schedule, with some evening and weekend commitments required for catering events, this role offers a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth in a respected and expanding organization. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $90,000 annually, accompanied by relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced culinary professional to join a leader in university foodservice and make a significant impact on campus dining experiences through innovative leadership and culinary expertise.
The role of Campus Executive Chef is central to driving the culinary strategy and operational success of a large, high-volume residential dining program. This position involves overseeing multiple dining outlets responsible for serving thousands of meals each week, ensuring consistency, quality, and innovation are at the forefront of all culinary efforts. The Campus Executive Chef will lead the development and execution of creative culinary programs designed to engage students, including interactive cooking classes and campus-wide cooking demonstrations, fostering a vibrant dining culture on campus.
The successful candidate will work closely with university administration and senior leadership to strengthen partnerships and align dining services with university goals. Collaboration across district and regional leadership teams is essential to achieving culinary excellence and operational efficiencies. The role also includes oversight of the culinary components of high-profile catering events, supporting the catering team to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences.
Working primarily a Monday to Friday schedule, with some evening and weekend commitments required for catering events, this role offers a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth in a respected and expanding organization. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $90,000 annually, accompanied by relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced culinary professional to join a leader in university foodservice and make a significant impact on campus dining experiences through innovative leadership and culinary expertise.
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience
- Executive chef experience in high-volume foodservice operations
- Contract foodservice experience
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to lead cooking classes and engage diverse audiences
- Availability to work Monday-Friday with some evenings and weekends
- Experience overseeing multi-unit operations and catering
- Outgoing and open-minded personality suitable for student engagement
Job Qualifications
- Seasoned culinary professional with executive chef experience in high-volume operations ($30M+ accounts preferred)
- Contract foodservice experience required
- Higher education/university dining experience strongly preferred
- Must possess an outgoing, open-minded personality with the ability to lead classes and engage diverse audiences
- Calm under pressure with the ability to be presentable in both hands-on line work and executive-level settings
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience required
- Multi-unit oversight and catering experience preferred
Job Duties
- Develop and execute innovative culinary programs including cooking classes and campus-wide cooking demonstrations
- Ensure proper culinary standards and techniques across large dining halls in a high-volume operation
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with university administration and senior leadership
- Collaborate with district and regional leadership to achieve culinary excellence and operational goals
- Oversee culinary aspects of high-profile catering events while supporting the catering team
- Work a primarily Monday-Friday schedule with some evening and weekend catering commitments as needed
- Lead culinary innovation and bring fresh ideas to grow the overall culinary program
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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