Chef Manager

Chef Manager Idyllwild, CA

Description:

Join a distinguished private boarding school in Idyllwild, CA, as our next Executive Chef and help lead a vibrant seven-day dining program built on creativity, connection, and exceptional hospitality. This is your opportunity to do more than manage a kitchen; you'll shape experiences, build lasting relationships, and create menus that energize and inspire the entire campus community. You'll combine culinary innovation with operational excellence, driving quality, managing inventory seamlessly, and delivering memorable dining experiences day after day. We're seeking a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads with confidence, and knows how to bring out the very best in a team. While bilingual skills in Spanish are a bonus, they are not required. At SAGE, we believe in the power of "Unreasonable Hospitality", going beyond expectations to create moments people remember long after the meal is over. Here, your ideas matter, your leadership is valued, and your growth is supported. Ready to elevate the experience, inspire a team, and leave your mark? Apply today and bring your passion, creativity, and leadership to the table.

Pay Type:

$75,000 - $85,000 Salary

Time Commitment:

Full Time What you'll get: Competitive salary and benefits. Collaborative environment. Emphasis on training and development. Opportunities for advancement. Mission based company with values you trust. Appreciative community. Tremendous amount of resources and tools at your fingertips. What you'll do: Plan cycle menus and lead daily production (hands on). Enforce safety protocols and lead by example. Deliver an outstanding example of customer service to your team and to the community we serve. Manage ordering and inventory. Deliver incredible catering events rivaling 5 star restaurants. Participate in the interviewing, hiring, training and ongoing mentoring of the team. Participate in general location management with the Food Service management team. What you'll need: Customer service skills High end catering and high-volume banquet experience. Substantial culinary knowledge: trends, techniques, and processes. Menu planning and production experience. Minimum five years culinary experience. Minimum five years managing others in the kitchen. Ability to lead, not manage others and to mentor the team. Desire to mentor the team and lift others to continue a culture of extreme ownership. Happy disposition, both for community and team interactions. Awesome references and solid resume. Current ServSafe® certification, as well as local health department certification, where required. About SAGE As a Manager with SAGE, you'll lead a talented culinary team in a collaborative environment where passionate people come together to create great food and feed the future. At SAGE, Managers do more than oversee operations. They shape the dining experience for students, faculty, and staff with fresh, chef-inspired menus made from scratch. You'll guide your team, build strong client relationships, and make a lasting impact. We offer better work-life balance than restaurants, as well as ongoing training and real opportunities to grow. If you're excited about food, leadership, and making a difference, SAGE is the place for you! Management Team Members enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options; company-paid short-term disability; company-paid life insurance; supplemental life insurance; long-term disability; a 401(k) with company match; a discount buying program; an employee assistance program; paid holidays and personal days; and benefits through the SAGE Foundation, including access to apply for academic scholarships for dependents and disaster assistance. All Team Members accrue sick time, and full-time Team Members accrue vacation time.

GROW. CREATE. COLLABORATE.

Learn more at sagedining.com or connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. This job advertisement should not be misconstrued as an offer of employment or a comprehensive listing of position responsibilities/expectations. Equal opportunity employer. If you're a candidate living in California or applying for a position in California, please visit sagedining.com/blog/post/156768/california-consumer-privacy-notice-to-california-employees-and-job-applicants for information regarding SAGE's California privacy practices.