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Executive Chef

ELIOR GROUP
St. Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025 CLOSED ON 2/16/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at ELIOR GROUP?

Job Reference Number: 35571
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri (US-MO)

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated Executive Chef for our Education team in Saint Louis. As an Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to prepare delicious, healthy food for students, faculty & guests. Executive Chef will lead, train and develop others as well as participate in the organization, preparation and presentation of high-quality meal options.

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What you'll be doing:

  • Supervising the quality standards and practices of the food production process, including purchasing, food specifications, meal preparation, service, and sanitation.
  • Developing standardized recipes and utilizing other production tools to ensure food quality and cost objectives are met.
  • Planning, organizing, and producing extraordinary culinary creations for all internal and external catering services.
  • Developing delicious high-quality menus based market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations.
  • Working alongside the Food Service Director, District Manager and internal Culinary Leadership to achieve daily business expectations and all aspects of dining service.
  • Leading, training and assisting the kitchen staff to achieve productivity and efficiency objectives while producing exceptional dining options
  • Other tasks including inventory, scheduling, food cost analysis, product ordering etc.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

  • At least three years of progressive culinary experience including high volume catering.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software programs.
  • Experience with budget & financial statements.
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Strong Leadership Skills


Nice-to-haves:

  • Previous experience in Healthcare or Higher Education dining services
  • Associate’s degree in culinary arts.

Where you'll be working:

University of Missouri (UMSL)

Compensation Range

Starting at $70,000

Our Benefits:

  • Medical (FT Employees)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • Discount Program
  • Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
  • EAP
  • 401k
  • Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
  • Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
  • Paid Time Off

About Elior Collegiate:

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high-impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward-thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.

Salary : $70,000

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