Job Description

Seeking an Executive Chef for Bethel University located in St. Paul, MN. Bethel University is private Christian University centrally located between Minneapolis & St. Paul, MN on the shores of Lake Valentine. Bethel University leads education by building stronger communities, equipping confident leaders and preparing passionate world-changers!

Just 20 minutes from the twin cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, you have quick access to one of the most thriving urban areas in the nation!

The Executive Chef is responsible for resident dining, retail support, and catering functions. Our successful candidate will have proven leadership experience, excellent customer service, promote a customer/client centered culture and improve partnerships. Ability to work with and grow a diverse staff, manage a busy catering schedule, and professionalism in client contact is important in this position.

The successful candidate will:

• be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting.
• ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented.
• have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.
• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance; and/or
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;
• strong coaching and employee development skills; and/or
• have a passion for food and innovation.

MUST HAVE

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Basic Management Experience – 2 years
• 2 years’ work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.