Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $27.00 - $30.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
Flexible spending account
Job Description
Delta Delta Delta and Alpha Delta Pi respectively located in Lexington, Kentucky, are part of a vibrant collegiate environment affiliated with the University of Kentucky. These Greek life houses provide unique residential and social experiences founded on values of sisterhood, leadership, and community service. The establishments require a high-caliber culinary professional to lead and innovate in their dining services. This is where the role of the Executive Chef comes into focus, tasked with not only delivering exceptional food but also enhancing the overall resident experience through superior kitchen management and culinary excellence.
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Job Requirements
- Serv Safe Certification within first available class
- maintain certification during employment
- valid food handler's card
- 2-3 years lead sous or executive chef experience
- culinary degree preferred
- ability to stand for over two-thirds of the time
- ability to walk for over two-thirds of the time
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- willingness to work 40-45 hours per week
- availability for up to 3 special events per semester
- ability to read and interpret safety and operating documents in English
Job Qualifications
- 2-3 years lead sous or executive chef experience
- culinary degree preferred
- ability to read and interpret English documents such as safety rules and procedures
- familiarity with compliance software
- proficiency with database user interface and query software
- experience with inventory management software
- competent with Greek House Chefs App
- ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment including blenders, broilers, convection ovens, cutlery, deep fryers, and mandolin slicers
- coordination skills
- monitoring and assessing performance
- active listening
- critical thinking
- judgment and decision making
- communication skills with chefs and students
- ability to judge food quality and quantity
- knowledge of workplace safety procedures
- instructing and teaching skills
- negotiation skills
- 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 creates new ones that meet quality standards
- assists in recruiting and managing kitchen staff
- manages employees' schedules and hours
- manages the GHC App
- ensures overall cleanliness of kitchen meets health and equipment cleaning standards
- conducts periodic inspections of units for quality of food preparation, appearance, and sanitation
- coordinates all training activities for kitchen and production staff
- follows training manual procedures for equipment item requests
- develops recipes and portion specifications according to standards and budget
- creates and submits menus two weeks ahead for approval
- submits budget on the GHC App weekly
- checks weekly app review reports
- attends food committee reviews monthly
- maintains a professional appearance with a clean chef coat
- works minimum 40-45 hours weekly
- receives deliveries and checks quality and quantity
- plans and participates in up to 3 special events per semester
- maintains positive relationships with vendors, directs, and clients
- works with management to establish and implement service procedures
- abides by scheduling and time protocols
- monitors time management responsibilities
- demonstrates knowledge of GHC Handbook
- transfers to other worksites as needed
- performs additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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