Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
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 leading provider of campus dining services across more than 300 colleges and universities nationwide. As part of the Compass Group USA family, Chartwells is committed to reinventing the on-campus dining experience by introducing innovative, food-forward concepts that promote meaningful connections and enhance student life. The company values diversity and seeks passionate, humble, and talented individuals eager to grow and contribute to a vibrant, collaborative culture. Chartwells prides itself on investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces designed to create memorable dining experiences for students, faculty, and visitors alike, helping to foster success and community engagement throughout... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
- Minimum 5 to 7 years of culinary management experience preferably in high-volume catering, hotels, conference centers, or university dining
- Demonstrated success managing $2-3 million or more in catering volume annually
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Proven expertise in menu development, event execution, and cost control
- Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and event-heavy periods
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
- Willingness to work in hot, cold, or fast-paced kitchen environments as required
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
- Minimum 5-7 years culinary management experience
- Experience managing $2-3M+ catering volume
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Proven expertise in menu development and cost control
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
- Experience working in fast-paced kitchen environments
Job Duties
- Culinary leadership and menu development
- Design and implement innovative, seasonal, and diverse catering menus
- Create custom menus for high-profile events and VIP receptions
- Monitor food trends and incorporate new techniques
- Oversee all food production for on- and off-site events
- Coordinate with catering managers and event planners
- Maintain production schedules and event readiness
- Manage food cost targets and labor budgets
- Source vendors and negotiate pricing
- Assist in menu pricing and cost analysis
- Recruit, train, and mentor culinary staff
- Schedule and supervise kitchen teams
- Foster a positive and collaborative kitchen culture
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations
- Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards
- Conduct ongoing food safety training
- Maintain high culinary quality and consistency
- Participate in client tastings and represent culinary team
- Resolve food quality or service issues professionally
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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