Food Service Director / Chef

Position Title: Food Service Director/Chef

Date/Revision: 06/2024

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Site Director

Supervises: None

Position Summary:

The Food Service Director/Chef is responsible for creating a delicious, safe, and welcoming environment for residential food service at Mansfield Hall including continental breakfast, buffet-style lunch and dinner, snacks, and special events. The Chef oversees all aspects of menu design, food ordering and receiving, dinner preparation, and safety for the facility while creating a sense of community for students and staff.  This position is similar to a fraternity or sorority house chef. All meals must include accommodations for dietary needs and food allergies.  

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with staff and students to design a weekly menu that aligns with student dietary needs and preferences


• Execute delicious meals in a timely manner.  Solely responsible for all cooking. Prepare meals for other staff to heat and serve over the weekend.


• Interact daily with staff and students daily providing excellent customer service. 


• Provide scheduled group cooking instruction to and invite participation in prep and cleanup from students. 


• Maintain product and supply inventory. Create and maintain inventory management and ordering systems. 


• Maintain a monthly established budget.


• Maintain cleanliness in accordance with Department of Health regulations and basic maintenance of kitchen spaces and equipment.   


• Document, monitor, and plan for dietary restrictions and allergies of students and staff. Constantly ensure accurate and informative signage on all products, dishes, and menus.


• Perform cleanup and breakdown after meals to include storage of leftovers for student grab-n-go. 


• Provide group-style culinary instruction to students to support the cooking of dinner and cleaning afterward.


• Host a summer orientation series for new students around food preparation, cooking, and other basic skills for independence.


• Perform other duties not specified, but essential to the functioning of the Mansfield Hall program.

In performing their job responsibilities, our employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects Mansfield Hall’s commitment to a supportive and encouraging living and learning environment.  This includes effective and respectful interaction with co-workers and students alike, embracing our inclusive work and living environment, and always acting in consideration of the privacy and integrity of our students.   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience in procurement, meal planning and preparation, and cooking meals for up to 40 individuals.


• Food safety certification is required (may be obtained after hire).


• Three or more years of equivalent experience working in a food service environment.


• Proven success working independently as well as within a team setting. 


• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication, including written and verbal.  Experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse is a plus. 


• Executive Chef experience preferred


• Culinary degree/certification preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to positively impact our fun and inclusive work and living environment.


• Strong organizational and administrative skills that reflect a customer service focus, attention to detail, and effective systems management


• Ability to multitask


• Ability to flex, periodically, outside of a normal schedule for special events at Mansfield Hall.

Benefits:

• Health, vision, dental insurance


• 401(k) plus match


• Paid time off


• Wellness funds 


• Volunteer time off

Mansfield Hall is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. People from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, women, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.