Executive Chef

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Accredited college program or degree, preferably specializing in a culinary program, or combination of education and relevant experience. Seven years of culinary management experience directing a large staff/multi-meal plan location/large volume cooking.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to execute creative menu development.
• Ability to apply business optimization principles and techniques across the organization.
• Ability to champion innovative ideas and concepts by utilizing cutting edge trends and maintaining current industry standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to harmoniously and professionally manage and work with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to operate computer equipment and food and beverage computer systems.
• Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
• Understanding and ability to apply local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws.
• Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Understanding and application of basic training techniques.

Certifications and Licenses:

• ServSafe CA Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly stand, walk, chop and mix.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 50.
• Ability to see food presentation and taste all types of food (glutens, dairy, all protein, vegetables, and starches).

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

*- This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to the worksite.  Telecommute is not an option for this role. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Scheduled days and work hours may vary based on operational need.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.