Chef Manager College Campus

Join Our REAL Food Mission!

Chef Manager - College Campus Location: Santa Clara CA 95054

Compensation: $80000-$85000 annually 5% bonus eligibility Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday (weekends off)

Job Summary

Take charge as Chef Manager and bring bold flavor and leadership to the table! Youll craft scratchâmade menus inspire and mentor a dynamic culinary team and deliver exceptional dining experiencesall while driving efficiency quality and innovation in every service. Reporting to the Multi-Unit Food Service Director you will serve as the on-site leader responsible for creating a welcoming efficient and student-focused dining experience.

What Youll Do

• Curate and design diverse innovative menus centered on scratch-cooked high-quality ingredients.
• Integrate nutritional elements and accommodate special diets and resident preferences.
• Lead and inspire a culinary team to deliver excellence in food preparation presentation and taste.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations ensuring efficiency cleanliness and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Streamline processes to enhance overall operational performance and reduce waste.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to secure fresh sustainable and locally sourced ingredients.
• Negotiate favorable terms to optimize cost efficiency and maintain budgetary goals.
• Interact with residents and guests to gather feedback and implement customer-centric strategies.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with financial teams to create and manage culinary department budgets.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Culinary degree is preferred but not necessary and professional experience with a restaurant or college campus management.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in a chef sous chef or kitchen manager role withP&L business acumen.
• Food service experience in education campus dining restaurant or multi-outlet environments strongly preferred.
• Excellent culinary skills with a passion for scratch cooking and fresh ingredients.
• Proven ability to manage teams prioritize tasks and lead by example.
• Working knowledge of food cost controls production systems and menu planning.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong communication skills and commitment to service excellence.
• Ability tolift upto 40 poundsfrequently.
• ServSafe and State Food Handler Card (if applicable) required.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check (State and Federal) and drug screen.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes airborne particles and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods lift trays and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions extreme temperatures and vibration may occur. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

What We Offer!

• Life/Work Integration
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Baby Bonding Leave
  • Paid Elder Care Leave
  • Paid Time Off (Accrued)
  • Paid Holidays

• Health & Wellness
  • 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
  • Prescription Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
  • Voluntary HSA with Company Match
  • Voluntary FSA
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
  • Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships etc.)

• Financial Wellness
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Employee Spouse and/or child(ren) Life Insurance with AD&D
• Plus
  • A supportive collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for growth

Who We Are

Founded in 1986 Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each people are purposeful they care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse equitable inclusive and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

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Required Experience:

Manager