Campus Executive Chef- University of Texas Permian Basin- Odessa, TX

Compass Group • Odessa, TX

132d • $75,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a dynamic CAMPUS DINING Executive Chef to join our team at The University of Texas Permian Basin in Odessa, TX. In this role, you'll lead the Culinary Department, supporting the preparation and cooking of exceptional food, and driving the success of our campus dining program. The Campus Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations, including menu development and food preparation. You will supervise hourly associates, manage cost controls, and collaborate on new culinary programs to ensure excellence in food quality and customer satisfaction. This role is perfect for a forward-thinking individual passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Requirements

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Extensive catering experience
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards
• Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets
• Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
• Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus
• Sign on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• 401K Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free meals
• Free parking
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree