EXECUTIVE CHEF - K12 FOOD SERVICE - NEWTON, MA - Compass Group, North America

Chartwells K12









Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF I - K12 NEW BUSINESS - NEWTON, MA











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 4,300 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.





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Job Summary



Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals per the USDA National School Lunch Program for this K-12 public school district. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.





Key Responsibilities:



+ Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines


+ Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality


+ Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards


+ Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned


+ Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed


+ Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products


+ Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits


+ Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting


+ Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate






Preferred Qualifications:



+ A.S. or equivalent experience


+ 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training


+ Extensive catering experience a plus


+ High volume, complex food service operations experience - highly desirable


+ Institutional and batch cooking experiences


+ Hands-on chef experience a must


+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation


+ Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet


+ Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities


+ ServSafe certified - highly desirable






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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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.


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)