Campus Executive Chef
Position Overview
The Campus Executive Chef is the heart of the culinary culture across the account. In close partnership with the Key Account Manager, this leader brings the client vision to life and champions a shared commitment to excellence that supports the client's broader business goals.
Key Responsibilities
Partner closely with the Key Account Manager, General Manager, and client stakeholders to align culinary vision with operational execution, ensuring the dining program supports the client culture and business goals.
Inspire and lead a high performing culinary team by modeling professionalism, creativity, accountability, and deep respect for the craft.
Recruit, develop, and retain top culinary talent while building a strong leadership bench and clear growth pathways.
Ensure all Guckenheimer and client guidelines, policies, Core Program Expectations, and culinary quality standards are executed consistently across every café.
Facilitate regular culinary leadership meetings that promote collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Drive compliance with Procurement Integrity Index standards, financial targets, and key performance indicators while balancing creativity with disciplined cost stewardship.
Execute and expand innovative culinary initiatives aligned with client strategy and evolving workplace trends.
Culinary Excellence
Protects the craft, elevates standards, and drives innovation while ensuring consistency at scale.
Ensures all Guckenheimer and client guidelines, policies, Core Program Expectations, and culinary quality standards are executed consistently across every café.
Drives compliance with Procurement Integrity Index standards, financial targets, and key performance indicators while balancing creativity with disciplined cost stewardship.
Executes and expands innovative culinary initiatives aligned with client strategy and evolving workplace trends.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to eight hours per day.
Ability to lift a minimum of twenty five pounds.
Maintain professional appearance standards.
Thrive in high volume environments with time sensitive demands.
Core Competencies
Leadership and Influence: Communicates with clarity and confidence, aligns diverse stakeholders, and inspires teams to achieve shared goals.
Client and Guest Focus: Anticipates needs, responds with urgency and professionalism, and builds trusted relationships that drive retention and growth.
Culinary Excellence: Protects the craft, elevates standards, and drives innovation while ensuring consistency at scale.
Drive and Accountability: Demonstrates resilience, ownership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Adaptability and Composure: Thrives in fast paced environments and maintains professionalism under pressure.
Inclusive Leadership: Values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and belonging.
Integrity: Upholds the highest ethical standards and leads with transparency and accountability.
Benefits
Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
Comprehensive leave program based on employment status.
Pay
The annual salary range for this position is $114,900.00 - $130,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the above range.
Schedule
This is a hands on leadership role rooted in the rhythm, energy, and pride of the kitchen.
HSEQ Compliance
All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Follows safety protocols, maintains environmental responsibility, and upholds quality standards in all tasks.
Participates in HSEQ training and reports any potential hazards or compliance concerns.
Application Instructions
To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.