What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Dining Support Chef – North Region position at Five Star Food Service, Inc.?
About the Role
Five Star Breaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away-from-home convenience services, delivering innovative dining experiences that enhance customer satisfaction. We are seeking a Regional Support Chef to collaborate with the Corporate Chef and Regional Directors in developing and implementing culinary initiatives, providing operational support, and ensuring that dining units deliver exceptional quality and service.
This role requires flexibility, frequent travel, and the ability to step into short-term management coverage when needed. The Regional Support Chef will support menu development, health and wellness initiatives, dining audits, training, special events, and overall customer experience while maintaining the highest standards in food safety and sanitation.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Corporate Chef to develop and implement culinary initiatives, including menu design, recipe development, marketing, promotions, and wellness programs.
- Provide short-term management coverage for dining units during vacations or vacancies, assuming full responsibility of Dining Manager duties.
- Conduct operational and culinary audits of dining units, reporting findings and recommending corrective measures to Regional Directors.
- Assist with special events, including new unit openings, catering functions, company meetings, and charity events.
- Support the recruitment, interviewing, and training of new Dining Managers, providing ongoing coaching and mentoring.
- Monitor sanitation, food handling, and compliance with health department regulations to ensure safe operations.
- Maintain ServSafe certification and ensure unit staff adhere to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Foster a culture of exceptional customer service, ensuring dining teams engage clients with professionalism and positivity.
- Carry out managerial responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, training, performance management, and addressing employee concerns.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
- Culinary degree preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of management experience in the foodservice industry.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, quality standards, and operational practices.
- Demonstrated experience in employee training, development, and team leadership.
- Ability to interpret and act on financial statements to achieve operational goals.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and related systems).
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects effectively.
- Must be able to travel heavily across assigned dining units.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass background check and drug screening.
Why Join Five Star?
- Competitive hourly pay.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (individual and family coverage).
- Voluntary FSA, life insurance, and short/long-term disability options.
- Seven (7) paid holidays and five (5) paid days off annually (PTO increases to 10 days after one year of service).
- Opportunity to support our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc., which provides over 500,000 meals annually to children in need.
EEO Statement
Five Star Breaktime Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.
