Assistant Food Service Director - Production Chef

Assistant Food Service Director - Production Chef Atlanta, GA

Description:

Join the SAGE team as an Assistant Food Service Director and help drive a vibrant, seven-day, residential campus culinary operation in Atlanta's Morningside/Virginia-Highlands community. In this important role, you will help oversee dining operations, ensuring that exceptional food and service are delivered every day. This is an engaging environment where leadership is evident in every action. No task is too big or small, whether it's cooking, serving, or washing dishes; your active participation is crucial to the team's success. Beyond the kitchen, you will engage with residents, build strong community relationships, and create dining experiences that truly matter. You will empower your team to grow, lead with empathy, and take ownership of their work because outstanding food begins with extraordinary people. This is more than just a job; it's a fantastic career opportunity with an organization that genuinely values its people, invests in leadership development, and encourages innovation! We seek leaders who embody "Unreasonable Hospitality"—those who are committed to creating meaningful moments and excellence at every table. Are you ready to lead with purpose, serve with impact, and make a real difference? Apply today.

Pay Type:

$65,000 - $75,000 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: Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills and develop client relationships. Assist in general location management as part of the SAGE management team. Assist in ordering and inventory management, scheduling, catering and production, as needed. Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively. Implement and maintain HACCP standards. Participate in the interviewing, hiring, training, and ongoing mentoring of the team. What you'll need: Culinary degree preferred, but not required. Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office and Outlook. Fluency in sanitation and safety standards. Dynamic get-it-done work ethic. Strong customer service skills. Ability to plan and organize with proficiency. Three years minimum of culinary production experience. 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.