Chef Manager

QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES•Alton, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Food Management Services is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the dining program at a small and close-knit school community serving approximately 300 students. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to create fresh, high-quality meals while building relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Unlike traditional restaurant kitchens, you'll enjoy a predictable Monday-Friday schedule, holidays off, and a 10-month work year, giving you two months off each summer. For more than 40 years, Quest Food Management Services has been recognized as one of the nation's premier food service management companies. We proudly serve K-12 schools, colleges and universities, corporate dining programs, and event venues with a commitment to fresh, scratch-made food, exceptional hospitality, and outstanding customer service. Our success is built around our Quest Ready culture—Integrity, Responsiveness, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—and we're looking for team members who are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences every day.

Requirements

Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Chef Manager
Passion for preparing fresh, high-quality food
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Experience managing food costs, inventory, and purchasing
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Excellent organization and time management skills
ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree is a plus, but equivalent experience is welcomed

Responsibilities

Preparing fresh, high-quality meals with an emphasis on scratch cooking
Leading, coaching, and developing the kitchen team
Planning menus that are nutritious, appealing, and budget-conscious
Managing food ordering, inventory, and cost controls
Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation
Creating an efficient, organized kitchen operation
Building positive relationships with school administrators, faculty, students, and parents
Ensuring an outstanding customer experience every day