Head Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $48,000.00 - $72,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet insurance

Paid Vacations

Competitive 401K

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished food service provider specializing in serving Sororities and Fraternities across the country. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to freshness, quality, variety, and exceptional customer service, Upper Crust Food Service has established itself as a leader in the niche market of Greek life dining. The company was founded with a visionary purpose: to address and solve a persistent problem faced by many Fraternity and Sorority houses—namely, the lack of consistency and professionalism within their kitchen operations. By centering its mission on delivering great food paired with personalized service, Upper Crust Food Service has successfully... 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
ability to pass a background check

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

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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