Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Culinary Manager for our operations at a private school cafe and meal plan program. The school is providing lifelong individualized services for people with developmental and social disabilities, empowering them to live independent and self-determined lives. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned, entrepreneurial chef who is constantly seeking better ways to improve the kitchen. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of 2 unique cafes on the campus. The Culinary Manager ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost effective management that both meets and exceeds expectations.
Key Duties/Essential Job Functions:

• Supervision of Caf Operations, inclusive of managing the Caf Supervisor and his/her supervision of Caf and Wellness Caf staff. Recognizing many Chapel Haven employees within the cafs are Chapel Haven adults, on-going support and mentoring for success will be expected. Management of the day-to-day operations of the Cafs include, but is not limited to:
  • Coordinating and overseeing all operations, activities, and events onsite in each Caf and offsite, where applicable. Cooking & preparing meals when needed to support coverage or the influx of orders/events, menu development, meals-to-go, pricing, ordering/inventory, monitoring food costs/expenses, as well as the modeling, cleaning, and supervision of safety standards and proper food storage.
  • Ensures that all Caf food offerings maintain the highest quality, routinely performing customer satisfaction surveys. Builds in educational opportunities for CHSC staff/student community such as internships, career exploring, volunteering on/off site, monthly or quarterly cultural events (via a diverse menu), hosting food demos, caf events (cook-outs, special meals, welcome dinners), celebrating staff/student success, and social activities (networking, engagement, and fun!)
  • Identifies staffing, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, personal time off/scheduling, and facilitates training needs for current/future employees, interns, volunteers, and students. Ensures dress code and personal appearance standards for all in each caf.
  • Provides ongoing training and development to all individuals working in the caf on customer service and menu/food product knowledge. Continually develops team members, establishing specific performance objectives, and measuring team member performance, taking time to celebrate success and make the caf a fun, engaging, and social experience.
  • Key to this position is supporting campus wide nutrition programs, such as actively participating and collaborating with the Wellness Coordinator in the development of a Wellness Cafe menu and program for students and community members, meals to go, and a focus on career related education and nutrition.
• Create, budget and develop seasonal menus, weekly specials, and creative fare.
• Provide guidance and expertise to operating a clean, safe, organized and profitable operation.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and presentable kitchen, prep area, storage and cooler.
• The capability to manage, direct and train a team of employees. Including food preparation, production and service.
• Above all, have a positive attitude and love to cook and be in the kitchen!
• Control food & labor costs
• Order stock & meet with vendors; review invoices for accuracy and cost savings
• If you are the right candidate for the position, please send a brief cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you.

Physical Demands:
The associate is required to be on his/her feet for extended periods. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
The associate must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
Required Education and Experience:
Excellent written and verbal communication
Working knowledge of computer applications
Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and drive to meet and exceed objectives
Associates degree in Culinary Arts and/or Bachelors degree in Food and Nutrition is a plus
Bi-lingual (a plus)
Certification is ServSafe