Executive Catering Chef, University Culinary Services

Job Title:

Senior Executive Catering Chef, University Culinary Services

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $53,015 - $62,000

Basic Function:

To manage culinary in a catering service operation. Report to Assistant Director, Catering.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 None. 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Manage culinary in a catering service operation; provide and ensure proper food quality.

Supervise assigned area personnel to include hiring, training, scheduling, etc.; develop and conduct training programs; monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Manage and control inventory; order products, supplies, and equipment as necessary.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, safety, and sanitation laws and regulations; monitor food preparation procedures.

Develop and implement production standards; ensure compliance with standards.

Develop, plan, and cost menus; develop new recipes.

Assist with special functions and events.

Serve on various department, division, and University committees; hold and attend area staff meetings.

Provide leadership of a small department, unit or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional employees.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Management, Hotel/Restaurant Management, or relevant field or degree from a recognized culinary institute; four years progressively responsible culinary experience in a catering or food service operation.

OR

Six years comparable related professional culinary experience in catering or food service operations.

License/Certification:

Food Service Management Certification from Ohio Health Department or the ability to obtain certification within three months of hire.

Knowledge Of:

Local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to food service operation

Budgeting

Menu management

Inventory control

Personal computer applications

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Provide leadership and direction

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Not applicable.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None.

Working Schedule:

 Will discuss if selected for an interview

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. 

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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