AddressSalary: $72,000 - $100,000
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.
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Driven by stability and innovation, our elevated solutions speak directly to client needs, while our teams of experts stand ready to ensure successful openings, operational excellence, and standardized brand execution. You will lead and foster teams with a high level of enthusiasm, creativity and business acumen. You will bring to the table strong leadership, employee development skills, sound cost management experience, and solid managerial expertise. You will provide support during periods of new business expansion, facilitating and securing new business and ensuring successful margin improvement. You will ensure training of key roles as they come into CHE. You will ensure we are looking at process improvement, service excellence, and concept growth to grow and retain business.
This individual will assist in the coordination of strategic and operational activities by providing project support, coordination, collation of information, reporting and data analysis. They will enable, drive, and deliver strategic objectives and business results.
This position will be REMOTE and will require up to 50%+ travel.
Job Summary
Working as a Culinary Consultant for the Chartwells Higher Education Strategic Business Implementation Team will afford you the opportunity to work with a talented and divers team of culinarians! The purpose of this job is to lead, inspire and develop culinary teams across the country insuring on trend, efficient, safe and sanitary food production. You will be responsible for menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management and development.
Key Responsibilities:
Develops high culinary standards for our retail, board meals, dining and catering operations
Trains, develops and provides inspirational leadership to culinary teams
Leads Corporate Social Responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness and high-quality culinary arts
Analyzes ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devises and leads improvements
Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and is able to explain them to customers and clients accurately
Preferred Qualifications:
Culinary degree preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management/or related field preferred
Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective
Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet)
Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associates
ServSafe® Certification
* This position will be REMOTE and will require up to 50% travel. *
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 Ed 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)
Req ID: 1280750
Chartwells Higher Education
CINDY SCHOENFELD
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