UPPER CRUST FOOD SERVICE

Head Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $41,400.00 - $62,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Vacations
Competitive 401K with company match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet insurance
time off for most holidays

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a specialized food service company dedicated to serving Sororities and Fraternities nationwide, providing fresh, high-quality, and diverse food options with exceptional customer service. Established with the vision to address the inconsistency and lack of professionalism often found in fraternity and sorority house kitchens, Upper Crust Food Service has become a trusted name in the hospitality industry, preparing tens of thousands of meals every week for students across the country. The company prides itself on its commitment to freshness, quality, and variety, ensuring that every meal meets high standards and satisfies the needs of its distinct... 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

Job Qualifications

  • 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
  • culinary degree is a plus
  • ability to pass a background check
  • must hold a valid manager level sanitation certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment

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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