Executive Chef

Richmond, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 40000 - 50000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.

The Executive Chef leads the culinary operations of the universitys dining services overseeing menu development food preparation kitchen staff management and ensuring high-quality food service that meets the needs of students faculty staff and visitors. The Executive Chef champions creativity nutritional standards food safety and operational efficiency while supporting the universitys commitment to sustainability diversity and community engagement.

Responsibilities

Develop and innovate menus that reflect diverse dietary needs cultural preferences and campus sustainability goals.
Ensure menus comply with nutritional guidelines and accommodate special diets such as vegetarian vegan gluten-free and allergy-sensitive options.
Supervise train and mentor kitchen staff including sous chefs cooks and food preparers.
Schedule staff to maintain appropriate coverage for all dining venues and special events.
Foster a positive inclusive and safe working environment.
Oversee food preparation and presentation to maintain the highest standards of taste quality and appearance.
Ensure compliance with all local state and federal health and safety regulations.
Implement and monitor food safety programs including HACCP and sanitation standards.
Manage food purchasing inventory control and cost management to maximize operational efficiency.
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing quality and delivery schedules.
Monitor and control food waste portion sizes and labor costs.
Partner with campus event planners and catering staff to provide culinary support for university functions conferences and special events.

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a culinary leadership role preferably in large-scale institutional or hospitality settings.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds.

Application Process

Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment. For any questions or concerns please contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.

For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.

Responsibilities

Develop and innovate menus that reflect diverse dietary needs cultural preferences and campus sustainability goals.
Ensure menus comply with nutritional guidelines and accommodate special diets such as vegetarian vegan gluten-free and allergy-sensitive options.
Supervise train and mentor kitchen staff including sous chefs cooks and food preparers.
Schedule staff to maintain appropriate coverage for all dining venues and special events.
Foster a positive inclusive and safe working environment.
Oversee food preparation and presentation to maintain the highest standards of taste quality and appearance.
Ensure compliance with all local state and federal health and safety regulations.
Implement and monitor food safety programs including HACCP and sanitation standards.
Manage food purchasing inventory control and cost management to maximize operational efficiency.
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing quality and delivery schedules.
Monitor and control food waste portion sizes and labor costs.
Partner with campus event planners and catering staff to provide culinary support for university functions conferences and special events.

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a culinary leadership role preferably in large-scale institutional or hospitality settings.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds.

Application Process

Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.