EXECUTIVE CHEF -EXECUTIVE CHEF -Louisiana Christian University - Pineville, LA

 

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF -Louisiana Christian University - Pineville, LA 

Pay Grade: 13 

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Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing.  Food brings people together and food creates memories. 

 

Fresh Ideas encourages creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams! Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness and innovation flow free and new, Fresh Ideas are encouraged. Our team-members are excited about creating delicious, unique and engaging dining experiences for our guests.

 

Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules that respect one of our core values, work life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities.  This, along with our rapid growth, means accelerated promotion opportunities for every motivated Fresh Ideas team member!

 

Job Summary

Job Summary: 

Working as the Executive Chef with FRESH IDEAS, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the culinary staff at LOUISIANA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional. 

 

Living in Pineville, Louisiana, offers a unique blend of small-town charm, historical significance, and natural beauty.  Louisiana Christian University (LCU), formerly known as Louisiana College, is a private, Christian liberal arts university located in Pineville, Louisiana. LCU integrates community service into its curriculum, encouraging students to participate in local and international service projects. Living in Pineville offers a peaceful, community-oriented lifestyle with the benefits of lower living costs, access to education and healthcare, and abundant recreational opportunities. It is an appealing place for families and anyone seeking a quieter life with the convenience of nearby urban amenities.

 

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
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Extensive catering experience a plus
• High volume, complex foodservice 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
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

 

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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