CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF - Premium Athletics- UTRGV -EDINBURG, TX

Compass Group•Edinburg, TX

6d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is hiring a CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF on the campus of The UNIVERSITY of TEXAS (Rio Grande Valley VAQUEROS), in Edinburg, TX. This role is ideal for someone with deep roots in Latin and Hispanic soul cuisine and southwestern cooking. The position involves leading a dynamic catering program, designing menus for various events including GAME DAY suites, community events, and campus functions. The chef will have creative freedom while managing food costs, building efficient systems, and leading a team. The role is supported by Compass Group's industry-leading resources and offers a path for advancement. The position is hands-on and emphasizes leadership, cultural representation, and career growth.

Requirements

5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.
Experience in banquet halls, resorts, convention centers, hotels, corporate dining, campus catering or related food service operations.
Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.
Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the preparation and cooking of various food items.
Planning and creating menus.
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.
Manage cost controls and controlling expenditure.
Performs other duties as assigned.
On-site for all game day catering (football and baseball premium suites)