Head Chef

Saint Paul, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished food service provider specializing in catering to Sororities and Fraternities nationwide. Established with a mission to tackle the consistency and professionalism challenges prevalent in fraternity and sorority kitchens, Upper Crust has built a strong reputation for delivering fresh, high-quality meals complemented by exceptional customer service. The company takes pride in its commitment to freshness, quality, and variety, ensuring that every meal prepared is both nutritious and delicious. Over the years, Upper Crust Food Service has expanded its footprint to serve tens of thousands of students across the country, making it a trusted name in Greek life dining experiences.

Operating as a dedicated food service firm, Upper Crust Food Service offers a working environment that stands out in the hospitality industry. The company emphasizes a balanced work-life schedule, with very few late nights and weekend hours, allowing its culinary professionals to enjoy a lifestyle that supports personal well-being. Upper Crust is currently seeking a highly skilled Head Chef who is classically trained and passionate about creating from-scratch menus. The role is vital to the company’s continued success in delivering fresh and healthy meals tailored to the unique needs of Greek life communities.

As a Head Chef at Upper Crust Food Service, you will be at the helm of culinary operations, responsible for designing, planning, and executing weekly menus in collaboration with clients and management. This involves not only culinary creativity but also leadership skills to oversee the kitchen staff, maintain exemplary sanitation and food safety standards, and ensure consistent quality in every dish served. The position requires excellent communication to liaise effectively with management and customers, ensuring all expectations are met and exceeded.

Your role also includes managing kitchen schedules, conducting menu meetings with clients, ordering supplies within budget constraints, and participating in special event planning. Upper Crust values professionalism and a positive workplace culture, expecting head chefs to uphold these ideals while providing outstanding customer service. This position is competitive, reflecting the company’s high standards and commitment to excellence. Offering competitive benefits such as paid vacations, health, dental, vision, and pet insurance, and a 401K plan with company match, Upper Crust Food Service fosters a rewarding and supportive work environment. If you are driven by a passion for culinary arts and eager to make a tangible impact through your food, this role presents a unique opportunity to shine in a specialized and fulfilling sector of the food service industry.

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 an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Ability to pass a background check
Culinary degree is a plus
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