SENIOR EXECUTIVE CHEF - Houston, TX

About the role

This position leads culinary operations in all areas of a unit ensuring 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops high culinary standards for retail, board meals, dining, and catering operations
• Trains, develops, and provides inspirational leadership to local culinary team
• Leads Corporate Social Responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness, and high-quality culinary arts on campus
• Analyzes ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devises and leads improvements
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and is able to explain them to customers accurately

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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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