*Executive Chef - Couch Restaurants
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $62,500.00 - $86,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development support
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Couch Restaurants is a key dining service provider on the University of Oklahoma (OU) campus, dedicated to offering high-quality, diverse, and nutritious food options to students, faculty, and staff. As a vital part of OU's campus life, Couch Restaurants operates multiple dining venues that focus on delivering excellent customer service alongside culinary excellence. The establishment prides itself on maintaining high standards in food preparation, menu innovation, and operational efficiency, thereby enhancing the overall campus dining experience.
The Executive Chef position at Couch Restaurants plays a crucial role in supporting OU campus dining by developing and executing culinary solutions ... Show More
The Executive Chef position at Couch Restaurants plays a crucial role in supporting OU campus dining by developing and executing culinary solutions ... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 48 months restaurant management experience
- Ability to work extended hours including weekends
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 58 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Exposure to kitchen conditions such as slippery floors and chemicals
- Physical and mental perseverance for fast-paced responsibilities
- Willingness to travel for mandatory training
- Subject to University Tuberculosis Testing policy
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience of 96 months in related fields
- Minimum 48 months of restaurant management experience
- Developed written and oral communication skills
- Ability to lead, build workplace teams and manage change
- Ability to resolve conflict
- Demonstrated commitment to nutrition and menu creativity
- History of promoting hands-on training and professional development
- Successful planning, goal setting, and achievement
- Excellent ability to form and lead strong, positive, and collaborative teams
- Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and competing priorities
- Ability to create and deliver effective training presentations
- Excellent critical thinking and recommendation skills
- Proven ability to promote and manage change while maintaining high performance
- Availability to work extended workdays and weekends
Job Duties
- Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to plan, develop and execute recipes and menus with fresh, vital, nutrient-rich foods, taking into account nutritional analysis and dietary restrictions including Kosher, Halal, Vegan, and allergies
- Establish and enforce standards for the preparation and presentation of foods and beverages
- Modify work procedures, processes, and recipes to meet nutritional benchmarks
- Ensure overall consistency and high quality of food through daily inspection and tasting
- Remain current with industry trends and participate in the development of new concepts
- Demonstrate forward-thinking culinary approach
- Respond to questions, comments, and suggestions regarding menu and food quality
- Maintain a visible presence, interacting with staff and customers during business hours
- Revise standardized recipes to incorporate new products or procedures considering food cost and production demands
- Participate in purchasing, inventory programs, and equipment maintenance
- Ensure compliance with State and County health regulations and maintain sanitation standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Work as a hands-on chef preparing food items and catering outside normal hours
- Manage staff including recruiting, hiring, training, and conducting performance evaluations
- Control purchases and inventory by evaluating usage reports and coordinating with departmental leads
- Schedule employees and enforce departmental policies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
You may be also interested in:
Nearby Cities
Jobs By Filter