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Job Description
The Chef de Cuisine for Perry Place plays a crucial role in the supervision and management of a large university dining center, working under the direction of the Executive Chef. Responsibilities encompass various aspects such as menu planning, utilizing menu management software, food production and presentation, cost management, personnel management, customer relations, safety and sanitation, training, as well as the maintenance of facilities and equipment. The Chef de Cuisine for Perry Place will collaborate with management to maintain high-quality service and adhere to state and Virginia Tech policies.
Required Qualifications
* Graduation from an accredited culinary, hospitality or nutrition program with a minimum of an Associate of Occupational Science (AOS) degree or equivalent related experience.
* Substantial experience in commercial kitchen and food service operations, including menu planning, automated food ordering, food preparation, pricing, merchandising, and presentation.
* Previous experience in supervising and managing a high-volume food service establishment with a diverse menu.
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Ability to handle employee relations, training, and performance evaluations.
* Proficiency in food safety regulations, including HACCP.
* Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
* Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
* A proven track record of maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and sanitation.
* Demonstrated knowledge of computers, including Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and automated food inventory systems.
Preferred Qualifications
* Possess or acquire Chef de Cuisine designation through the American Culinary Federation (ACF) within 12 months of hire.
* ServSafe certification and HACCP certification.
Pay Band
4
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary $47,000 - $56,900 and commensurate with experience
Review Date
January 10, 2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check and a driving check with a safe driving record.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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About Student Affairs:
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About Dining Services:
Virginia Tech has built a reputation for outstanding dining. Our dining program stays at the leading edge of national trends.
Customers report high overall satisfaction and appreciate the variety of dining options available on campus. Recent customer comments such as "I brag about our food service to my friends and family" illustrate that the Virginia Tech students share our pride in the dining program.
- Dining Services serves approximately 7.5 million meals per year.
- Total on-campus sales of $71.2 million annually
- Current national brand annual gross sales of over $9.5 million
- Largest single employer on campus, employing over 2,200 people.
Approximately 19,000 dining plan holders with debit-style plans that can be used in any of the dining centers.