CHEF MANAGER - K12 FOOD SERVICE - JACKSONVILLE, FL
Position Title: CHEF MANAGER - K12 FOOD SERVICE - JACKSONVILLE, FL
Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.
Job Summary
This is a Great Opportunity to join a great company. We are seeking a growth minded Chef Manager for our growing business serving the Duval Co. Public School District in Jacksonville, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for the success of both the culinary and food service operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervises and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company standards.
- Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items while meeting standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control.
- Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.
- Communicates with customers to describe menu preparation, answer questions and resolve concerns; communicates customer comments and operational needs appropriately through the organization.
- Helps with menu planning and ordering following appropriate company programs and initiatives.
- Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
- Assigns duties to associates for efficient operation of the kitchen; ensures timely and efficient meal service to all service areas.
- Conducts periodic and regular inspections to monitor quality of food preparation, service, cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, appearance of equipment and associates; takes appropriate corrective action when appropriate.
- Supervises and participates in the service of food and beverage orders; ensures the delivery of exemplary customer service and no service delays.
- Supervises associates, including training, scheduling, assigning and directing work; conducts pre-shift meetings.
- Participates in performance management of associates, including appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining associates and resolving concerns.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
- Three years of culinary management experience in contract food service, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
- Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Experience with exposition cooking needed
- Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
- ServSafe certified is a plus
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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.
Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- 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
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- 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 for paid time off benefits information.
