Executive Chef - The University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid parental leave

Personal Leave

Job Description

Chartwells Higher Education is a prominent foodservice management company that operates on over 300 college and university campuses across the United States. Part of Compass Group USA, Chartwells is dedicated to revolutionizing the on-campus dining experience by fostering food-infused social spaces designed to bring students and faculty together. Their approach blends creativity, innovation, and a commitment to high-quality food, all aimed at supporting student success and building meaningful campus communities. Known for setting new standards in dining services, Chartwells invests in state-of-the-art technology and culinary expertise to elevate the food experience at educational institutions nationwide.

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Job Requirements

Education equivalent to A.S. degree or equivalent experience
Minimum three years progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
Strong knowledge of food and catering trends focused on quality, production, and sanitation
Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication and leadership skills
ServSafe certification preferred
Ability to comply with health and safety regulations
Capacity to manage high-volume, complex foodservice operations

Job Qualifications

A.S. or equivalent experience
Three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Experienced with computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Extensive catering experience a plus
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
ServSafe certified highly desirable

Job Duties

Works directly with internal and external clients managing the catering process from beginning through execution
Ensure culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented
Plans regular and modified menus
Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, and operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures
Performs other duties as assigned

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