Head Chef

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $46,300.00 - $69,400.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

very few late nights and weekend hours

time off for most holidays

Paid Vacations

Competitive 401K with company match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet insurance

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished provider of fresh, high-quality meals catered specifically for Sororities and Fraternities. Known for its exceptional freshness, variety, and outstanding customer service, Upper Crust has carved a reliable niche in the hospitality industry by consistently delivering a superior dining experience to Greek life communities nationwide. Founded on the vision of addressing the need for consistent and professional kitchen operations within fraternity and sorority houses, the company prides itself on upholding core values of quality, freshness, and personalized service.

Serving tens of thousands of meals each week across the country, Upper Crust Food Service rema... Show More

Job Requirements

Ability to work well as part of a team
Understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions
Deal with challenging customers in a professional manner
Demonstrate understanding and proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Show understanding of and commit to a professional appearance and positive attitude
Maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management
Exhibit accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
Be familiar with the industry’s best practices
3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Ability to pass a background check
Must hold or obtain a valid manager level sanitation certification within 30 days of employment
Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop
Must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds
Exposure to cleaning chemicals
Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
Must work safely around hot surfaces, sharp knives, and slippery floors

Job Qualifications

3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Culinary degree is a plus
Must hold or obtain a valid manager level sanitation certification within 30 days of employment
Ability to work well as part of a team
Understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions
Demonstrate proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
Show understanding of and commit to a professional appearance and positive attitude
Maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management
Exhibit accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
Be familiar with industry best practices

Job Duties

Prepare, design, and execute menus
Conduct menu meetings with chapter clients
Create high-quality meals with excellent presentation and flavor
Send photos regularly of meal presentations to management
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
Wash kitchen utensils, equipment, and dishes
Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner
Oversee and train kitchen staff, manage schedules, and assess performance with management's approval
Order supplies in accordance with budgetary requirements and stock inventory
Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations
Maintain a professional and positive attitude with coworkers and customers
Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management
Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts
Ensure compliance with all policies among staff

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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