Catering Chef (Manager) - Kellogg West Hotel & Conference Center #486976366

Description
Cal Poly Pomona Foundation Employment Services
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation (paid medical/dental/vision, retirement, educational reimbursement, etc.).
SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the General Manager, the Catering Chef is responsible for the creation and execution of menus, and overall culinary experience at the Kellogg WestConference Center & Hotel. General responsibilities of the position include those listed below and will vary based upon a variety of factors including business necessity, location, and customer requests. Will be required to work evenings and weekends to support events, and conferences that serve Cal Poly Pomona, and surrounding community.
SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):

• Assists the Executive Chef in menu creation, and translating client flavor profiles that represents cultural diversity, farm to table, and customer dietary lifestyles and needs that appeals to budget and high-end events for assigned area(s)
• Responsible for the oversight of small to large scale food production and presentation in assigned location(s)
• Provides on-site support and active supervision of catering and special events.
• Frequently interacts directly with University constituents, and off-campus clients to plan, develop, and execute special events and menus; acts as the culinary expert for their area.
• Develops culinary training programs for food production employees and serve as a culinary resource to promote quality food services.
• Plans menus based on such factors as allergen sensitivities, dietary, lifestyle and nutritional considerations.
• Accountable for and manage the accurate forecasting, ordering, receiving, inventory, and storage of all food, smallwares, and supplies sufficient to meet forecast demand with minimal or no waste for the location(s).
• Negotiates pricing and standards for various products with vendors in collaboration with other Hospitality division culinarians.
• Writes and distributes accurate and complete menus, recipes, and food production records. Ensures staff are accurately completing various records as required.
• Ensures HACCP food safety for all prepared, packaged received, left over, "FIFO", stored, and discarded food. Establishes and enforces labeling systems for prepared and stored food.
• Responsible for the overall cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and safety of food production and storage areas.
• Resolves equipment, maintenance, and facility issues quickly and effectively.
• Interacts directly with customers, employees, and vendors to resolve issues and complaints in a timely manner.
• Responsible for ensuring work schedules are communicated appropriately and time is recorded per foundations standards. Ensures staff report to work on time, in uniform, and ready to work.
• May prepare a variety of beverages, receive and store inventory, move and lift foodstuffs and supplies and prepare meals for customers.
• Ensures menu pricing and related expenses meet financial goals
• SUPERVISION: Responsible for the selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff necessary to carry out effective operations of area assigned; directly supervises culinary and student staff; monitors the activities of contracted staff providing services that may include custodial, landscaping, trash collection, pest control, repairs and other facility services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a degree equivalent to graduation from a two-year college or recognized vocational certificate in culinary arts or management and a minimum of two years of food production management; or a minimum of five years' experience in the Sous Chef position.
• Demonstrated institutional, hotel, or restaurant culinary skills to include large quantity production. College or university dining service experience is preferred
• Experience with a computerized menu management system, and knowledge of office and industry software applications is necessary.
• Strong leadership, oral and written communication skills are required
• A proven track record of successfully controlling costs and managing annual budgets exceeding $2 million.
• Servsafe Manager's Certification or equivalent
• Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures to variety of situations.
• Ability to be resourceful and to take initiative.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a multi-ethnic environment.
• Flexibility and open to new ideas and adaptable to changing technology.
• Valid CA driver's license and insurance
• Ability to work a flexible, changing, and demanding work schedule.

ABOUT US: As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Foundation offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Foundation offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.
The Foundation also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. In addition, the Foundation administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Foundation contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.
CSU along with Cal Poly Pomona Foundation strongly recommend faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare an exemption from doing so. The systemwide policy can be found at COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy and any questions may be sent to fdnhr@cpp.edu
Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.