Executive Chef

About the role

Meriwether Godsey is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and manage a high-volume, multi-unit food production program, as well as special events and high-end catering for a dining program at a private co-educational day school in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily and delegate daily duties with the production staff on all food production activities.
• Purchase organically and locally produced foods, including those from an on-site greenhouse, and work alongside production staff to incorporate these products into recipes and menu offerings daily.
• Oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices.
• Ensure proper food temperatures are reached, maintained, and recorded; ensure daily records of food usage, organization of storage/cooler areas, and other compliance regulations are kept.
• Lead by example, engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while researching price variations.
• Implement and maintain HACCP standards.
• Maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships.
• Deliver high-end catering.
• Assist in back-of-house phases of financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.
• Possess strong knowledge of leading a team in a growth environment.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or five or more years of related food service experience.
• Five or more years' experience in Contract Food Service Operation, High-End Catering Management, High-Volume Dining, and/or Multi-Unit experience as a Chef required.
• Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
• Participative management style and excellent leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Account and Project Management Skills.
• Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary and management background, a vision for excellence, and a passion for promoting diversity.

Skills

• Leadership
• Project Management
• Food Safety
• Customer Service
• Team Building

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Meals
• Uniforms
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the school.