Head Chef - Baton Rouge, LA

Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished food service company proudly serving Sororities and Fraternities across the nation. Renowned for its commitment to freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service, Upper Crust solves a significant issue that many Greek life houses face – the lack of consistency and professionalism in the kitchen. Since its inception, the company has upheld a passion for great food and personalized service. Their dedicated chefs prepare tens of thousands of meals each week for students nationwide, guaranteeing a superior food experience for Greek life communities. Upper Crust’s emphasis on professionalism, fresh ingredients, and consistent delivery sets it apart in the hospitality industry, catering exclusively to the unique needs of Greek organizations. At Upper Crust Food Service, the Head Chef plays a critical role and is considered the crucial ingredient in providing fresh, healthy Greek life food nationwide. This role offers an unmatched lifestyle compared to the traditional hospitality industry, featuring very few late nights and weekend hours, thus promoting work-life balance. The Head Chef is responsible for creating, planning, and executing fresh, scratch-made weekly menus, collaborating closely with clients and the management team to ensure all meals reflect quality and customer satisfaction. Not only must the Head Chef direct food preparation and kitchen staff with leadership and care, but they also oversee adherence to stringent sanitation and food safety standards. Exceptional communication skills are necessary to maintain a strong connection between management, clients, and kitchen teams, ensuring operations run smoothly and customer expectations are consistently surpassed. The role is ideal for a classically trained Chef who is passionate about food creation and excellence. The Head Chef will have opportunities to participate in menu meetings with clients, design high-quality meals with exceptional flavor and presentation, and adhere to best sanitation practices within the kitchen environment. Managing inventory, ordering supplies within budget, and training kitchen staff are integral parts of the job. The position also involves assisting in planning and executing special events as directed by management, making it a dynamic and engaging opportunity in culinary leadership. This position is highly competitive, and Upper Crust Food Service is currently accepting resumes immediately. The company values dedication, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit, offering a positive work environment to those who meet these expectations. Additionally, Upper Crust Food Service provides a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacations, a competitive 401K with company match, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and even pet insurance coverage. The guarantee of very few late nights and weekend hours, along with time off for most holidays, makes this role an attractive choice for culinary professionals seeking stability and career growth within the food service industry.

• ability to work well as part of a team
• understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions
• deal with challenging customers in a professional manner
• demonstrate understanding and proficiency in various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• show understanding of and commit to a professional appearance and positive attitude
• maintain excellent record of kitchen and staff management
• exhibit accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
• be familiar with the industry's best practices