Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $72,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

weekly pay
401K with company match
Employee assistance program
Medical insurance
prescription insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
FSA/HSA
ongoing training
Bonus programs

Job Description

American Dining Creations, a division of American Food & Vending, is one of the largest privately held hospitality service partners in the United States. Specializing in providing tailored dining experiences for corporate and educational institutions, American Dining Creations delivers exceptional culinary services across the nation. With a workforce of over 2,000 dedicated employees, the company manages numerous dining accounts, serving hundreds of thousands of customers daily. Their service offerings include full café dining programs centered on the Fresh Difference culinary philosophy, mobile ordering, catering, event planning, and grab-and-go programs like My Fresh Market. Renowned for their commitment to innovation, flexibility, and outstanding management, American Dining Creations strives to deliver the highest operational standards with quick responsiveness to client needs and creative menu solutions.

The Executive Chef role at American Dining Creations is a critical leadership position based in Midvale, UT, offering a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $72,000 per year. This role involves leading all culinary programs at a specific account location, working closely with the General Manager to support culinary staff and ensure superior dining services and client satisfaction. As the Executive Chef, you will oversee daily dining service operations and catering events, develop innovative recipes and food preparation guidelines, and stay abreast of current culinary trends. An essential part of this role is managing inventory and purchasing processes, providing detailed reports to management, and maintaining compliance with company and regulatory standards. The Executive Chef will also be responsible for hiring, training, and supervising kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen utility workers. The position may also entail assisting with special corporate events, projects, and new account openings, showcasing the dynamic and multifaceted nature of the role.

This position demands exceptional leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and proficiency with relevant software programs like Microsoft Office and CATERTRAX. Physical capabilities such as lifting up to 50 pounds and the ability to stand, walk, and bend throughout a workday are also required to meet the demands of this leadership role. Overall, the Executive Chef at American Dining Creations combines culinary expertise, operational management, and team development to create memorable dining experiences that align with the company’s Fresh Difference philosophy and dedication to excellence.

Job Requirements

  • Education in culinary arts or related field
  • At least 7 years of experience in culinary leadership
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and catering management software
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations
  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to work flexible hours

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree, certification from an accredited culinary association or bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant or business
  • 7+ years experience in a culinary leadership role that may include retail, hotels, business, or education dining, serving up to 500 plus customers daily and managing staff of 10 employees or more
  • Possess exceptional time management skills along with strong leadership and communication skills to motivate and direct staff
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX and other online ordering systems
  • Knowledge of all state and local food handling regulations
  • Able to lift to 50lbs, stand, walk, bend for daily work schedule

Job Duties

  • Assist, direct and support in daily dining service and catering events
  • Develop recipes, food preparation guidelines, create flavor pairings and execute culinary best practices
  • Stay current on developing trends in the industry
  • Monitor weekly inventory, purchasing and provide reports to General Manager and District Manager
  • Hire, develop and supervise all kitchen staff that may include Sous Chef, Line Cook, Prep Cook, and kitchen utility worker
  • Ensure adherence to company standards, state, and federal safety regulations
  • May assist with special corporate events, projects, and account openings
  • May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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