**Head Chef Food & Nutrition**
* Full Time
* Posted 1 hour ago
**Treasure Coast Food Bank - Food Production Plant**
**Treasure Coast Food Bank Job Description**
Title: **Head Chef Food & Nutrition** Reports to: **Director of Nutrition Services**
Job Category: **Exempt** Date of revision: **02/2022**
**Position Summary:**
In collaboration with the management team, the Head Chef Food & Nutrition will provide the vision and leadership required to fulfill the mission of the Culinary Services Department, including the Culinary Training Program. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/management, budget development/management, maintaining programmatic accreditation/external partnerships, and providing operational supervision to full and part-time staff in the department. Instructional responsibilities require a strong culinary and hospitality services skillset and the ability to teach students effectively in an instructional environment and work with competitive student teams.
As Head Chef Food & Nutrition of the Culinary Training Department, this position will deliver competency-based culinary training through lectures and labs aligned with program objectives. Work with team to develop, update, and assess coursework and materials as part of the programs continuous quality improvement effort. Further responsibilities include tracking student retention providing student support through career coaching and academic assistance. This position requires various on and off-site functions promoting the Culinary Program. This is a full-time position that requires evening availability.
The Head Chef Food & Nutrition will implement and support Culinary Services, including the food production, preparation, and execution of the Catering Program and Contract Meal Production Program. This position manages kitchen functions, including menu development, food production, staff training, site safety and sanitation, and personnel management. Responsibility includes directing the training of culinary staff and kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure overall satisfaction, quality production, and exceptional product.
This position demands creativity within its daily operations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest culinary expectations according to industry standards. Ability to work well under pressure, demonstrate organization skills, exhibit self-motivation, and be flexible and adaptable with scheduling according to business demands.
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**
* Manages, supports, hires, and trains all Culinary Services employees to develop a professional team.
* Expert knowledge of food and catering trends, focusing on quality (fresh, local, and in-season), production, portion control, and sanitation to produce recipes for use in meal service programs.
* Manage the Culinary Training, Catering Program, Contract Meals Programs, and Emergency Response Prepared Food Support Program.
* According to USDA meal pattern requirements for all children and senior meal programs, plans and creates inspiring and appetizing menus for all nutrition programs.
* Manage all aspects of the Catering Program.
* Oversee menu planning for all programs as required.
* Conducts menu and meal cost analysis to respond to volume and various food service deliveries.
* Works with Procurement Manager on the Sealed Bid Process across all subsidized programs.
* Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and works toward improving systems and processes.
* Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly planning of business goals in conjunction with the team.
* Maintains appropriate safety and sanitation certifications and provides proper training to staff regularly.
* Develops, implements, and revises the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Sanitation Plan.
* Ensures all facilities are compliant with all regulatory agencies and maintains current licenses to operate.
* Markets, with the teams support, programs to the community, and prospective social enterprise customers.
* Works to establish new relationships with prospective Contract Meal and Catering clients.
* Maintain complete and accurate recordkeeping to ensure compliance with all certification requirements of federal/state food and nutrition reimbursement programs.
* Establish cost controls to minimize waste of food and supplies. Maintain proper inventory control for all food necessary for efficient operation of various programs.
* Leads production efforts during disaster situations.
* Plans and executes culinary services for special agency-related community events, including disasters and other emergency events.
* Plans, teaches, and supervises Culinary Training Programs;
+ Responsible for leveraging their expertise to deliver education services to students through preparing course plans and materials
+ Delivering courses
+ Monitoring progress/attendance
+ Advising students
+ Recording grades and submitting reports
+ Develops teaching and learning strategies that optimize student performance
* Manage all end-of-month, quarterly and annual inventories.
* Complies with all TCFB policies and procedures and the policies of other organizations with which the company has contractual obligations.
* Participate in meetings and committees as appropriate.
* Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous demeanor.
* Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities:**
* Excellent problem-solving skills and behavior management skills
* Ability to motivate and manage staff, a supporter of diversity
* Critical thinking skills to review, assess, and implement programs
* Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail teamed with a flexible and adaptable style, an entrepreneurial spirit, and innovative thinking
* Excellent personal and relationship-building skills and a work style combining respectful collaboration and working effectively with all levels within the organization
* Strong time management and multi-tasking skills. Ability to align priorities with the companys strategic goals
* Commitment to the mission
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding environment
* Must have reliable transportation and current automobile insurance
Allowable Substitutions: A combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position may be considered in place of education and/or experience at the companys discretion.
**Qualifications:**
* Bachelors Degree in hospitality or related field or combination of degree/certification from a recognized culinary program. Experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
* At least five years of full-time experience in a professional kitchen with at least five years in management and/or ten years of foodservice management experience
* Previous instructor experience in an accredited culinary or hospitality program including curriculum development and employee supervision, preferred
* Must encompass training in cost control, food inventory & management, and regulatory guidelines governing food service
* Knowledge of Department of Agriculture regulations preferred
* Registered ServSafe Trainer, HACCP certified, & Seafood HACCP certified
* Advanced American Culinary Federation certifications (e.g., Certified Executive Chef) preferred
To apply for this job please visit .
2022-03-04T09:27:38-05:00
Position Title: Field Technician/ Installer Location: Burnsville, MN, USA Req. ID: Req #8 Join our Team and Make a Difference! At Lifeway Mobility, we believe that everyone deserves to live comfortably, independently, and safely...
Treating medical conditions/ pain management with massage and body work for optimal results. Medical massage-deep tissue therapy-cupping therapy-hot/cold stone-reflexology-sports massage-aromatherapy-cranio sacral therapy-trigger point therapy-strengthening Employment...
...We are seeking competitive individuals to fill Entry Level positions in marketing, customer service, and public relations. If you thrive in a fast-paced professional environment and are motivated by the challenges of a growing company, we want to hear from you! As an...
We are seeking an experienced trust officer for a client company to provide investment management and trust administration services to high-net-worth clientele. As a trust officer, you will be responsible for managing personal trust accounts and estates as well as developing...
...location or functional unit that has a significant impact on corporate, business unit or organizational objectives. Establishes and implements... ...and supports company programs and policies. Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget. Develop...