CAMPUS CHEF

About the role

Working as the Campus Chef will allow you the opportunity to work with great people and lead culinary operations in all areas of the United Airlines Lounges. The purpose of this job is to ensure on-trend, efficient, safe and sanitary food production. You will be responsible for menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop high culinary standards for dining and catering operations
• Train, develop and provide inspirational leadership to the local culinary team
• Lead Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, food seasonality, health/wellness and high-quality culinary arts on campus
• Analyze ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devise and lead improvements
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explain them to customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field preferred
• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective
• Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet)
• Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associate
• ServSafe® Certification

Pay

Salary: $120,000.00 – $125,000.00

Other Forms of Compensation: 10% Annual Bonus

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• 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
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave