CAMPUS EXECUTIVE CHEF - University of Texas ARLINGTON

Location: ON CAMPUS DINING - University of TEXAS at Arlington

Job Summary: Are you passionate about crafting exceptional culinary experiences and driving innovation in the kitchen? Look no further – we're thrilled to offer a rewarding leadership opportunity within Chartwells Higher Education. Join our growing and dynamic Campus Dining Team at the University of Texas-Arlington located in Arlington, TX, where culinary excellence meets creativity. As the Campus Executive Chef, you'll take the lead in revolutionizing our residential dining, retail brands and catering programs, making a significant impact from day one. Thriving Environment: Be part of a rapidly growing organization, providing endless opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Leadership Role: As the Senior Culinary Expert, you'll spearhead all culinary operations, empowering your team and fostering innovation every step of the way. Yearly Bonus Opportunities: We believe in recognizing excellence, which is why we offer enticing yearly bonus opportunities to our valued employees

Key Responsibilities: Innovative Culinary Solutions: Develop and implement creative culinary solutions tailored to exceed customer expectations. Menu Development: Craft enticing menus for both dining and catering programs, showcasing your culinary prowess. Event Management: Collaborate with clients to curate unforgettable catering events, from inception to flawless execution. Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels while ensuring product availability and adherence to budgetary guidelines. Team Training and Development: Foster a culture of excellence through comprehensive training in food preparation, safety, and sanitation practices. Financial Management: Drive profitability by meeting food and labor targets, while adhering to standardized recipes and portioning standards. Compliance and Safety: Uphold strict adherence to health, sanitation, and safety regulations, ensuring the highest standards are met at all times.

Preferred Qualifications: A.S. or equivalent experience 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable Institutional and batch cooking experiences Hands-on chef experience a must Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities ServSafe certified - highly desirable Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.