Campus Executive Chef - University Of North Florida

Compass Group•Jacksonville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Campus Executive Chef at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL. This role is the lead culinarian within campus dining programs, retail dining, and catering. The position involves spearheading menu development and preparation, managing budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth. There is potential for professional advancement within Chartwells.

Requirements

A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
Three to Five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
Experience in high-volume, hands-on foodservice operations.
Must be experienced with computers.
ServSafe® Certified.

Responsibilities

Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, adhering to standardized recipes and presentation standards.
Complete and implement daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
Supervise and mentor chefs, cooks, and other team members on food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices.
Ensure the implementation of culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality.
Manage inventory of food and non-food supplies, maintaining compliance with established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.
Follow federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as evidenced through audits conducted by local health departments and third-party entities.
Forecast annual food and labor costs and monitor actual financial results.
Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving satisfaction and retention.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations.