San Ramon Program Chef

Brigaid•Danville, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Program Chefs are full-time Brigaid employees embedded within partner districts to strengthen and transform foodservice programs. They lead daily kitchen operations, train and support staff, and improve food quality and systems in alignment with Brigaid’s mission and district goals. Though each district operates differently, all Program Chefs share a core purpose to build sustainable capacity that endures beyond Brigaid’s direct involvement. This role will lead our work with San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD), which serves nearly 29,000 students across Alamo, Danville, Blackhawk, Diablo, and San Ramon, California, including 22 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 4 high schools. Since 2016, Brigaid has been redefining institutional foodservice programs by providing systems and solutions to help kitchens consistently and confidently prepare high-quality meals. The company has expanded from a team of 5 chefs to a coast-to-coast network of 80 and counting.

Requirements

At least five years of professional cooking experience, including a minimum of two years in a supervisory role.
Strong leadership, teaching, and communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
ServSafe Manager certification or successful completion of Brigaid-sponsored certification during onboarding.
Completion of a Brigaid-sponsored allergen training course upon hire.
Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management, and food safety protocols.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom.
Proficiency with or willingness to learn foodservice management software such as Titan or PrimeroEdge
Successful completion of required background checks before start date.
Commitment to Brigaid’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on culinary, food safety, and operational training to foodservice staff.
Model high standards for food quality, organization, and professionalism.
Coach staff through observation, direct feedback, and skill-building.
Participate in meetings with district leadership and other stakeholders.
Develop and manage project plans that support increased scratch cooking – including equipment upgrades, menu pilots, training initiatives, and kitchen organization.
Coach Managers on work flow and time management skills.
Develop, test, and refine recipes that comply with National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines.
Lead menu rollouts across sites, incorporating feedback from students and staff.
Conduct tastings and adjust menus based on participation and satisfaction data.
Ensure meals are prepared and served safely, efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with NSLP requirements.
Maintain accurate records, including production logs, purchasing documentation, and HACCP compliance.
Implement systems for kitchen organization, food storage, and serving line setup.
Adhere to USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements and Department of Health regulations.
Support product sourcing and vendor selection.
Recommend and order smallwares and equipment.
Oversee proper delivery, storage, rotation, and management of food and supplies.
Maintain consistent communication with Regional Chef and leadership, and share best practices with other Brigaid staff.
Participate in team-wide meetings, peer group meetings, and regular check-ins with supervisors as required.
Share best practices and contribute to training materials and chef development initiatives.
Represent Brigaid at community or district events such as back-to-school nights and career fairs as appropriate.

Benefits

100% company-paid health insurance for you and your family — a gold level plan through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield with a platinum level plan buy-up option as well
100% company-paid dental insurance for you and your family through Guardian
100% company-paid vision insurance for you and your family through Guardian
100% company-paid short- and long-term care insurance through Guardian
8 paid vacation days to start
17 paid company holidays
6 paid sick days
A 401k with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Travel stipend of $250 for candidates living more than 120 miles away from Danville for the in-person interview.
One-time, lump sum $5,000 moving stipend (subject to tax) for relocation if offered the position and living farther than 120 miles from Danville.