Head Chef

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $58,500.00 - $87,800.00

Benefits

very few late nights and 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 respected and dynamic company specializing in delivering high-quality food service to Sororities and Fraternities nationwide. Known for our commitment to freshness, variety, quality, and unparalleled customer service, we have grown from a visionary solution to a widespread essential service provider. Founded to address a common problem in Greek life – lack of consistency and professionalism in kitchen operations – Upper Crust Food Service has successfully elevated food standards in this niche by combining fresh, healthy meals with exceptional personal service.

As a company, we focus heavily on maintaining our roots in quality food pr... 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
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 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
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

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