Executive Chef

The Role at a glance: We are looking for an experienced, motivated Executive Chef for our Education team in Maryville. As an Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to prepare delicious, healthy food for students, faculty & guests. Executive Chef will lead, train and develop others as well as participate in the organization, preparation and presentation of high-quality meal options \#LI-SC1 # BOOST What you'll be doing: + Supervising the quality standards and practices of the food production process, including purchasing, food specifications, meal preparation, service, and sanitation. + Developing standardized recipes and utilizing other production tools to ensure food quality and cost objectives are met. + Planning, organizing, and producing extraordinary culinary creations for all internal and external catering services. + Developing delicious high-quality menus based market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations. + Working alongside the Food Service Director, District Manager and internal Culinary Leadership to achieve daily business expectations and all aspects of dining service. + Leading, training and assisting the kitchen staff to achieve productivity and efficiency objectives while producing exceptional dining options + Other tasks including inventory, scheduling, food cost analysis, product ordering etc. What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

+ At least five years of progressive culinary experience including high volume catering. + Proficiency in Microsoft software programs. + Experience with budget & financial statements. + Deep understanding of organization safety and risk management requirements + Current Serve-safe and allergen training + Strong Communication Skills +

Strong Leadership Skills Nice-to-haves:

+ Previous experience in Higher Education and / or Healthcare dining services + Previous experience in Food Service Contract Management + Associate's degree in culinary arts. Where you'll be working:

Northwest Missouri State University Our Benefits:

+ Medical (FT Employees) + Dental + Vision + Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity + Discount Program + Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) + EAP + 401k + Sick Time + Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) + Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) + Paid Time Off To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account