District Chef

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC•Dearborn, MI

1d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to change the world? At SFE, we are fueling students to take on their school day one meal at a time, and we need YOU to help bring those healthy, great tasting meals to their plates every day. We are passionate about delicious food, creating a customized experience for each of our districts and schools, bringing innovation to the table and being compassionate leaders to our teams. If you’re looking for a career that can truly make an impact on a child’s day, we want to meet you!

Requirements

Level 1 background check clearance
Experience with restaurant/cafeteria budgeting/food costs required
Experience in culinary skills required
Food Safety standards experience required
Must possess a food handler’s card within two (2) weeks of hire, if applicable
Clear/Professional communication skills required
Basic computer skills required including Microsoft Suite
Sensitivity and respect for people of various backgrounds, cultures, experiences and socio-economic situations required
Basic cooking and cleaning skills required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree with an academic major in areas including food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or related field preferred
Prior school foodservice experience desired
Positive and energetic personalities are appreciated

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food as per recipes, production records
Create new recipes using commodities and purchased products
Conduct taste testing’s with customers for new products and recipes
Conduct roving chef demonstrations
Create student menu’s that are cost effective, appealing and nutritionally balanced
Input menus into the nutritional analysis program
Place food and supply orders that meet the needs of each school while maintaining cost control measures
Conduct trainings with cooks in food safety, HACCP, food cost, cooking technique and food presentation
Work with the Cafeteria Manager to ensure quality workmanship
Follow all local and SFE health regulations
Supervision and evaluation of subordinate employees
Submit reports as directed and in compliance with deadlines
Other duties, as assigned