Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,600.00 - $104,200.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Professional Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Princeton University, a prestigious Ivy League institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and innovative campus life, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef II for its residential colleges, specifically Rockefeller and Mathey. As an integral part of Princeton’s Residential Dining services, the Executive Chef II position is designed to provide comprehensive leadership in culinary operations, with a focus on delivering exceptional food service experiences to students, faculty, and staff. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $120,000 and is critical in maintaining the university’s high standards for culinary quality, safety, and customer... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary arts degree or equivalent technical experience
- Minimum 4-6 years experience managing culinary teams
- Knowledge of HACCP and ServSafe regulations
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Ability to manage budgets and control food costs
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Experience with kitchen equipment and computerized systems
- Willingness to work nights and weekends
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Physical agility and ability to stand or walk for extended periods
- Essential personnel designation
- Pass physical capacity exam
Job Qualifications
- Culinary Arts Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent technical experience
- Minimum 4-6 years experience as a chef managing teams of 15-20 associates
- Knowledge of health department rules and regulations including HACCP and ServSafe
- Ability to lead and develop management and culinary teams
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and people management skills
- Knowledge of culinary techniques including hot, cold, ambient, sous vide, aspic, garde manger, display cooking, and buffets
- Ability to work independently with high accuracy and manage multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic knowledge of computerized food production systems
- Experience with maintenance of kitchen equipment like ovens, mixers, slicers, smokers, grills, and kettles
- Experience writing budgets, analyzing financial statements, and strategic cost controls
- Ability to work nights and weekends
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and food ordering systems
- Valid Driver's License
Job Duties
- Oversee all aspects of menu planning and management for Rockefeller and Mathey residential colleges including food purchasing, production, inventory, and presentation
- Provide leadership and motivation to the dining team
- Maintain quality and safety control on all menu items ensuring guest satisfaction
- Lead sustainability and wellness initiatives focusing on fresh, seasonal, and local products
- Create globally inspired and heritage month menus reflecting cultural diversity and special occasions
- Adjust menus based on customer feedback and market shifts
- Develop new recipe concepts and evaluate new food products
- Collaborate with Associate Director of Residential and Culinary Council for menu planning and themed events
- Manage staffing schedules and labor to stay within budget
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards including HACCP and ServSafe compliance
- Provide staff training on food and workplace safety and proper equipment handling
- Conduct regular inspections to maintain clean and safe dining facilities
- Address safety concerns and chair the unit safety committee
- Supervise, train, and evaluate culinary staff and union employees
- Administer hiring, onboarding, and performance appraisals
- Coordinate training on cooking techniques, equipment use, and new concepts
- Manage food costs and budget adherence
- Develop budgets with finance teams ensuring operational performance
- Support and enhance campus dining events and community programming
- Monitor maintenance and repair of kitchen equipment
- Assist guests with food allergies and special dietary needs
- Foster positive client relationships and team development
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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