EXECUTIVE CHEF 2- Michigan State University Greek House Chefs

Greek House Chefs (GHC) is a specialized culinary service company dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences in collegiate Greek houses. With a strong focus on quality, professionalism, and client satisfaction, GHC manages culinary services tailored to the unique needs of fraternity and sorority houses. The company operates kitchens within these Greek houses, delivering consistent, high-standard food preparation and service led by experienced culinary professionals. GHC emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen environment while using cutting-edge kitchen management applications and compliance with health regulations. The company values staff training and development, ensuring all kitchen personnel are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide top-quality food and service.

The Executive Chef position at Greek House Chefs is a leadership role that entails full responsibility for managing and directing all culinary activities within the assigned GHC kitchen. This role involves comprehensive oversight of kitchen operations, including menu planning, product purchasing, culinary budgeting, and staff management. The Executive Chef is expected to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently while maintaining exceptional food quality and cleanliness standards that exceed GHC requirements.

In this role, the Executive Chef plans and directs all food preparation activities, modifies or creates menus that meet quality and nutritional standards, and works closely with GHC management and the hosted Greek house to ensure client satisfaction. They are responsible for recruiting and training kitchen personnel, managing staff schedules, and overseeing the use of the Greek House Chefs App for menu submissions, budget management, and overall communication. The Executive Chef must conduct regular inspections of kitchen unit conditions, food quality, sanitation, and equipment, ensuring compliance with GHC’s health and safety policies.

Additionally, the Executive Chef coordinates training programs for all kitchen and service staff, identifying training needs and implementing solutions to maintain high standards across operations. They develop recipes and portion specifications aligned with GHC’s standards and house nutritional guidelines, while also planning and managing special events, maintaining professional relationships with vendors, directors, and clients. The position requires a flexible time commitment of 40-45 hours per week, with the expectation of attendance at up to three special events per semester.

Beyond hands-on kitchen management, the Executive Chef is expected to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and leadership qualities to maintain a positive and cooperative work environment. They must uphold a professional appearance, follow all scheduling protocols, and be prepared for potential transfers to other worksites as needed by management. Performance in this role directly impacts the health of the account, client satisfaction, and the reputation of Greek House Chefs. The Executive Chef position is essential to delivering an outstanding culinary experience that aligns with GHC's commitment to excellence and client-centric service. This role is ideal for individuals with leadership experience in culinary settings, especially those with background as lead sous or executive chefs and a passion for food service quality and team development.