Chef Manager - Matteson Culinary Center

Job description

Chef Manager – Lead with Culinary Excellence at Our Culinary Center! Culinary Center Leadership: Are you a culinary professional passionate about great food, strong leadership, and operational excellence? Join our team as a Chef Manager and bring your expertise to a high-volume culinary center focused on quality, service, and innovation. What You’ll Do: Oversee daily kitchen operations to produce high-quality meals for multiple service locations Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain culinary standards and operational efficiency Assist with menu development that aligns with client needs, nutritional standards, and production requirements Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls in accordance with health regulations Partner with internal teams and clients to support operational goals and service expectations Manage production records, vendor orders, inventory levels, and kitchen budgets Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement We’re Looking For: 3+ years of experience in culinary management (institutional, corporate dining, or high-volume food service a plus) Strong cooki...