Senior Executive Chef (5232U), Berkeley Dining - 83396
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $74,700.00 - $132,900.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
The University of California, Berkeley is a prestigious world-leading academic institution dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community where students, faculty, and staff thrive. Established in 1868, Berkeley is recognized for its academic excellence, innovative research, and public mission to create significant intellectual, economic, and social value globally. With a culture that emphasizes openness, freedom, and belonging, Berkeley promotes a strong sense of community and social justice. The campus actively supports professional growth by providing all full-time staff with at least 80 hours of paid time annually for professional development activities. This enriching environment makes Berkeley a remarkable... Show More
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant senior culinary leadership experience
- Effective verbal and written communication in English
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Intermediate proficiency with computers including menu management systems
- Ability to lead and mentor diverse culinary teams
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience/training
- ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
Job Qualifications
- 3+ years of senior culinary leadership experience such as executive chef or kitchen manager
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Advanced decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to develop and implement food safety sanitation protocols
- Experience optimizing food preparation procedures and conducting quality control analysis
- Intermediate computer skills with experience in computerized menu management and business software
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills providing guidance to personnel
- Culinary expertise in menu development food purchasing costing production and presentation
- Proven ability to lead supervise and develop culinary teams across multiple locations
- Experience developing quality control programs
- Culinary degree or equivalent training
- ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Job Duties
- Lead culinary operations across multiple locations ensuring food quality and service consistency
- Develop and execute daily and seasonal menus considering guest preferences and operational needs
- Audit and ensure compliance with food safety sanitation allergen and safety regulations
- Oversee catering production ensuring high standards for special events
- Adjust production levels to meet demand ensuring seamless dining experience
- Standardize recipes across units maintaining consistency in dining experience
- Regularly taste and evaluate food quality ensuring high culinary standards
- Manage procurement and inventory processes minimizing waste and controlling food costs
- Develop and implement cost control measures to meet fiscal goals
- Collaborate with finance to align budget requirements ensuring sustainability
- Provide leadership training and mentorship to diverse culinary teams
- Develop training programs enhancing team skills in recipe execution equipment handling and menu management
- Ensure every dining location delivers memorable high-quality guest experience
- Meet regularly with students and stakeholders addressing allergen dietary requests
- Conduct quality control analysis optimizing guest experience
- Collaborate with marketing and culinary team rolling out new culinary programs
- Innovate menu offerings incorporating seasonal ingredients trending flavors sustainability
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives leveraging feedback trends and team input
- Perform vehicle-related duties as custodian and driver for operational needs
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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