Head Chef

Lynn, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $54,300.00 - $81,500.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet insurance

Paid Vacations

401k plan

time off for most holidays

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished food service company dedicated to serving Sororities and Fraternities across the nation. Known for its focus on freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service, Upper Crust Food Service has built a solid reputation by addressing a common challenge faced by Greek houses: inconsistency and lack of professionalism in their kitchen operations. Established with a commitment to providing fresh, healthy food made from scratch, this company has grown to prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students nationwide. This growth demonstrates the company’s dedication to maintaining the highest culinary standards while ensuring personalized... Show More

Job Requirements

3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering or equivalent education and/or experience
Ability to pass a background check
Must hold or obtain within 30 days a valid manager level sanitation certification
Ability to work well as part of a team
Understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions
Deal with challenging customers professionally
Ability to stand for long periods and lift/move objects up to 50 pounds
Capability to work in a kitchen with exposure to heat, cold, and chemicals
Maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management
Excellent communication skills

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 a valid manager level sanitation certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment
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

Job Duties

Prepare, design, and execute menus
Conduct menu meetings with the chapter
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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