Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
short-term disability
long-term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Pet insurance
discounts
Job Description
Hampton University, located in Hampton, Virginia, is a historically Black university with a proud heritage and a strong commitment to academic excellence. The university is situated on the picturesque Virginia Peninsula, providing a vibrant academic environment that blends rich history with modern innovation. With a diverse student body representing 49 states and 35 countries, Hampton University fosters an inclusive community that drives leadership development, inspires students, and prepares them for successful futures across various fields. The campus is known not only for its rigorous academic programs in liberal arts, technology, and graduate studies but also for its dedicated focus on... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must live in or near Hampton Roads, VA
- Must be able to work 50-55 hours per week including evenings and weekends
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 10-12 hours per shift
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and twisting during food preparation and equipment handling
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for chopping, slicing, plating, and using kitchen tools and machinery
- Ability to work in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments
- Must be able to taste and smell food to ensure quality and consistency
- Visual acuity to monitor food presentation, cleanliness, and safety standards
- Ability to move freely in large kitchen spaces, storage areas, and multiple dining facilities across campus
- Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment
- May require climbing ladders or using step stools to access upper storage or equipment
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree from an accredited institution
- Relevant professional culinary certifications
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a high-level culinary leadership role
- Ability to travel extensively up to 80 percent of the time
- Comprehensive knowledge of culinary techniques, menu development, and food safety standards
- Experience in higher education food service and dining facility preferred
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Proficient computer skills including culinary software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage a diverse culinary team
- ServSafe certification
- Certified Executive Chef designation preferred
- Strong understanding of purchasing programs, cost control, and compliance standards
Job Duties
- Design and plan diverse, nutritionally balanced menus considering cost-efficiency and sustainability
- Provide culinary expertise and creative direction to the culinary team maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
- Recruit, train, and lead kitchen staff fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback
- Develop and manage culinary budgets, control food and labor costs, and minimize waste while maximizing operational efficiency
- Oversee compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation guidelines, and organizational policies to ensure food safety
- Establish and maintain relationships with food suppliers and vendors, negotiate contracts, and coordinate procurement for quality ingredients and supplies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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