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 $46,400.00 - $69,600.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Vacations
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 distinguished catering company specializing in serving Sororities and Fraternities across the United States. Renowned for its emphasis on freshness, quality, variety, and exceptional customer service, Upper Crust Food Service has made a significant impact in providing reliable and professional kitchen operations tailored specifically for Greek life communities. The company was founded to address a common challenge faced by many fraternity and sorority houses: the lack of consistent professionalism and dependable food service within their kitchens. Since its inception, Upper Crust Food Service has remained committed to its core values of delivering great food and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 3+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
  • ability to pass a background check
  • valid manager level sanitation certification or ability to obtain 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 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
  • valid manager level sanitation certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
  • ability to work well as part of a team
  • understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions
  • demonstrate understanding and proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
  • 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
  • show understanding of and commit to a professional appearance and positive attitude

Job Duties

  • Prepare, design, and execute menus
  • conduct menu meetings with chapters
  • 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

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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