VP Culinary (Central Division) Chartwells Higher Education - Compass Group Careers
Chicago, IL
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At over 300 college & universities around the country,Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.
We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Job Summary
Working as the Regional Chef (Central) for Chartwells Higher Education, you will work with leadership team in planning, implementing and supporting new food concepts or programs within a respective territory. You will be responsible for the research, testing, development, documenting, training, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and making necessary adjustments to innovative new dishes, concepts and/or food programs. This position will play a key role in new facility design and roll out, menu creation, cost reduction, establishing and maintaining culinary standards and more.
This role will preferably be based out of Chicago or Nashville.
Key Responsibilities:
- Orientates new Chefs within their respective Core Culinary Standards, and established food programs.
- Maintains all Culinary Programs and Standards in their home account to the level of Culinary Center for Excellence.
- Provides support for new account openings and or renovations within the territory.
- Provides Culinary Leadership to Chefs within the respective Territory.
- Assists with training, coaching, and development of Culinary personnel within assigned territory.
- Completes all required reports, logs, and Core Culinary Reviews in a timely manner.
- Communicates effectively with Corporate Executive Chef, Regional Director of Operations, and unit level Chefs via email, conference calls, etc.
- Reads and complies with all policies and procedures of the Company as appropriate.
- Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of quality and service at all points of contact.
- Experience with preparing food in a regulatory environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Culinary Arts Degree from a recognized Culinary school (i.e. CIA, Johnson and Wales) or equivalent experience
- Five years of progressive food service production management experience
- Previous multi-unit experience preferred
- Serv-Safe Certification
- Must be computer literate able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite and programs like Webtrition Software packages
- This position will require 75% travel
- Certified Executive Chef an added plus!
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!
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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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare 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)
Req ID:1284315
Chartwells Higher Education
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