Executive Chef

Job no : R-0000001150

R-0000001150

Position Title : Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Faculty or Staff : Staff

Staff

Full Time or Part Time :

Full time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote :

In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay :

$79,667.00Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date : 08 / 01 / 2024

08 / 01 / 2024

Job Description :

Plans, directs and supervises all kitchen operation at the Willits-Hallowell Conference Center. Responsible for all food production and maintains consistent high levels of quality, service and presentation.

• Oversees all food production utilizing proper methods of food preparation and portion control
• Hands on production of catering event orders as needed
• Provides leadership, direction and supervision all kitchen personnel
• Responsible for hiring, training, motivating, disciplining and evaluating all kitchen staff
• Scheduling of staff and adhering to labor cost controls
• Responsible for creative and innovative menu / recipe development and testing with a focus on fresh, local and sustainable foods
• Works with the Director on new menu concepts
• Responsible for costing all menu items and maintaining a computerized recipe database currently Food Pro.
• Purchases food, beverages, supplies and equipment as needed
• Maintains food cost and inventory control and completes and inputs monthly inventory
• Insures organization, cleanliness and proper rotation in all kitchen and storage areas. Completes a monthly sanitation audit with submission to the Director
• Establishes and maintains proper and firm sanitation polices using Serv-Safe standards, performs monthly sanitation audit and complies with all state and local laws
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment
• Processes payroll and other administrative functions as necessary
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Adheres to all college standards and policies
• Participates in management meetings and holds regular meetings for the kitchen staff
• Any other duties or projects as assigned by the Director

Supervises : Lead Cook, Cook, and Kitchen Assistants

Supervision Received : reports directly to the Director of Willits-Hallowell

Qualifications :

A strong and diverse culinary background that includes at least five years of kitchen management experience in a high volume operation (culinary degree preferred).

Excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills needed. Must be able to develop and motivate a strong culinary team.

A working knowledge of personal computer applications, computerized ordering, inventory and recipe software skills required.

A strong commitment to high quality food production and presentation as well as a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays is essential.

Background Checks :

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college.

As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants :

Apply online; application materials must include :

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae
• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.

Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Mount Holyoke College, the leading gender-diverse women’s college, is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

We are a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, united in our mission to offer an intellectually adventurous education in the liberal arts through academic programs that are renowned internationally for their cross-disciplinary excellence, experiential approach, and commitment to diversity.

Mount Holyoke College is a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects individuals of all backgrounds. As an EOE, we encourage members of historically underrepresented groups or nontraditional backgrounds to apply for open positions at our institution.

The College has a long-standing tradition of providing women and other historically underrepresented groups with access to an innovative educational experience that prepares students for purposeful leadership by integrating hands-on opportunities into the curriculum.

We firmly believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to prepare students for success in an increasingly globalized world.

We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants and to building an exemplary workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body and the communities we serve.

Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who are capable of engaging thoughtfully, effectively, and boldly with the world.