EXECUTIVE CHEF II - Mount Holly, NJ

Compass Group•Eastampton Township, NJ

6d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations and maintains a safe, sanitary work environment for staff. The role prepares or directs the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. The position calls for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with hands-on chef experience.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent experience.
Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
Hands-on chef experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Experience using computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.

Nice To Haves

Extensive catering experience.
Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
Institutional and batch cooking experience.
ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards; complete daily production worksheets and waste logs; taste completed meals to ensure quality.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas, and ensure kitchen staff completes assigned schedules.
Maintain food and non-food supply inventory within established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available.
Decide how to utilize leftover food products in accordance with company guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures, as evidenced through health department and third-party audits.
Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting.
Participate in and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.