Executive Chef

Executive Chef Posting Number:

S1210

Department:

Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Position Type:

Exempt Employment Status:

Full-Time-Staff Salary:

$70,055.00 - $89,321.00 per 12 months

Open Date:

05/05/2026

Close Date:

06/08/2026

Job Description Summary:

Under the direction of the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Chair, responsible for leading all retail culinary, baking and service operations of the restaurant and food service located in the Culinary and Hospitality Institute on Oso Creek campus, overseeing daily food service operations and supporting the academic mission of the department. The Executive Chef collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and students to ensure a high-quality, exceptional dining experience, and modeling professional behavior and upholding the American Culinary Federation Code of Ethics. Position may be assigned academic class(es) if needed for full time schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree in Culinary Arts, Baking/Pastry, Hospitality Management or related field. Three (3) years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience. One (1) year catering experience. American Culinary Federation ( ACF ) Certified Culinarian or Certified Pastry Culinarian or above OR able to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Food Managers Certification. Valid Driver License with ability to obtain a Texas Driver License within 90 days of hire and be insurable by Del Mar College.

Preferred Qualifications:

ACF Certified Sous Chef or Certified Working Pastry Chef or above. Five (5) years or more of culinary/kitchen management experience. Hands-on executive chef experience in restaurants, hotels, clubs, resorts, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations. High volume, fine dining and/or complex food service operations experience. Three (3) years or more catering experience. Current ServSafe Manager Certification. Special Instructions to

Applicants:

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To apply, visit: https://dmcjobs.delmar.edu/postings jeid-08f779c8b8464b4988e1a180577f6629