Head Chef

Tucson, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $47,300.00 - $70,900.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Very few late nights

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 food service provider specializing in serving Sororities and Fraternities. Known widely for their emphasis on freshness, quality, variety, and exceptional customer service, Upper Crust Food Service has earned a stellar reputation within the hospitality industry. The company was founded with a clear mission to tackle the common challenges faced by many Fraternity and Sorority houses, primarily the lack of consistency and professionalism in their kitchen operations. Since its inception, the company has remained committed to its core values, delivering great food paired with personal, attentive service.

Today, Upper Crust Food Service prepares tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the nation, underscoring its large-scale impact and trusted presence in the Greek life community. By focusing on fresh, made-from-scratch meals, the company ensures that each dining experience is enjoyable, nutritious, and meets high standards of quality. This dedication translates into strong customer loyalty and satisfaction, with many clients appreciating the reliability and professionalism brought into their kitchen environments.

The role of Head Chef at Upper Crust Food Service is pivotal. Head Chefs are entrusted with the responsibility of creating, planning, and executing all weekly menus, with a specific emphasis on using fresh ingredients and crafting everything from scratch. This role requires collaboration with the client and the management team to tailor menus that satisfy diverse tastes and nutritional requirements. Beyond menu creation, the Head Chef oversees the entire kitchen operation, ensuring that food preparation adheres to the company’s core values and culture.

As a Head Chef, you will be expected to lead and manage kitchen staff effectively, uphold the highest sanitation practices, and maintain exemplary communication with both management and customers. The position offers an unparalleled lifestyle compared to traditional hospitality roles, featuring very few late nights and weekend hours, which supports a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, the Head Chef plays an integral role in shaping the kitchen environment, fostering professionalism, and maintaining positive attitudes among the team.

Upper Crust Food Service is actively seeking a classically trained Chef who has a genuine passion for food and the ability to inspire and lead a high-performing kitchen team. This is a competitive position where candidates with a strong culinary background and leadership capabilities are encouraged to apply immediately. The company offers an attractive benefits package that includes holiday time off, paid vacations, a competitive 401K plan with company match, as well as comprehensive health, dental, vision, and pet insurance.

This opportunity is ideal for chefs dedicated to providing outstanding culinary experiences in the Greek life community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment and want to make a meaningful contribution through your culinary skills, Upper Crust Food Service offers a rewarding career path with room for professional growth and development.

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
exhibit accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
be familiar with the industry’s best practices
capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
required 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
maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management

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 pass a background check
demonstrate understanding and proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management
show understanding of and commit to a professional appearance and positive attitude
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