CHEF MANAGER, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

Compass Group•Salt Lake City, UT
•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager for its University of Utah food service operation in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Chef Manager is responsible for the success of both the culinary and food service operation, including full culinary management and oversight of inventory, ordering, and receiving. The role includes menu development, cost controls, purchasing, and inventory, with a focus on sourcing and using local food products. The position has a salary range of $60,000–$70,000 and reports to the Director of Operations.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of HACCP.
  • Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, a fine dining setting, or a restaurant.
  • Knowledge of inventory and purchasing practices and controls.
  • Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
  • Experience with exposition cooking.
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience are desirable.

Nice To Haves

  • ServSafe certification.
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the culinary operations of the food service operation.
  • Oversee inventory, ordering, and receiving.
  • Develop menus and manage cost controls, purchasing, and inventory.
  • Focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products.
  • Support the success of both the culinary and food service operation.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance and AD&D
  • Disability insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday time off, varying by site and state
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave
  • Potential paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws
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