Executive Chef

Executive Chef Boca Raton, FL

Description:

Join a distinguished private boarding school as our next Executive Chef and help manage a dynamic, seven-day culinary program. This is your chance to assist with shaping a bustling, seven-day culinary program where hospitality isn't just service, it's connection. We're looking for a standout leader, someone who forges strong relationships, designs menus that excite, and delivers memorable dining experiences day in and day out. You'll pair bold creativity with operational precision: uphold uncompromising quality, manage inventory seamlessly, and inspire a talented team to perform at their peak. This is more than a job; it's a career-defining opportunity with an organization that invests in you, values your ideas, and champions innovation. At SAGE, the heart of our culture is "Unreasonable Hospitality", the belief that going above and beyond creates unforgettable dining experiences and meaningful connections within the communities we serve. Ready to lead, inspire, and elevate the experience? Apply now and help create a culture of excellence, warmth, and unforgettable hospitality.

Pay Type:

$75,000 - $80,000 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. Produce high quality scratch batch cooking Manage and train the kitchen staff Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills Create and produce menus Implement and maintain HACCP standards Develop client and customer relationships Deliver fabulous catering results Communicate clearly, professionally and effectively Deliver budgeted financial results Create a positive team environment Manage ordering and inventory Ensure

COVID-19

safety procedures are followed 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. Minimum 3 years of prior food service management experience, academic community experience a plus Knowledgeable in current food trends Community/ service minded Detail oriented Energetic demeanor Strong work ethic and integrity Timely responses to communication Proficiency with computers Culinary degree preferred but not 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.