EXECUTIVE CHEF - Shawnee Public Schools, Oklahoma
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Medical, Dental and VIsion insurance, 401K, PTO
Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.
Job Summary
EXECUTIVE CHEF – SHAWNEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, OKLAHOMA
Bring your culinary creativity to a role where you can truly make a difference. As Executive Chef for Shawnee Public Schools, you’ll lead the culinary vision for a district serving approximately 3,200 students across 7 schools—delivering fresh, flavorful, and nutritious meals students are excited to enjoy each day. Enjoy a fantastic schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays—you’ll be cooking dinner at home in the evenings (pending the needs of the business), while still having the opportunity to innovate, lead, and showcase your talents at scale.
In this role, you’ll inspire and guide a team of up to 30 associates, driving excellence in food quality, safety, presentation, and consistency across all sites. You’ll be hands-on with menu development, training, and daily execution, while partnering with leadership to elevate the overall dining experience. If you’re passionate about mentoring teams, love bringing new food concepts to life, and want a rewarding role with a schedule that supports your lifestyle—this is your chance to lead, create, and make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops regular and specialty menus in line with K12 standards, ensuring adherence to portioning and presentation guidelines.
- Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, equipment operation, and safety protocols, promoting a culture of excellence.
- Establishes and maintains thorough cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas.
- Handles inventory of food and supplies, optimizing utilization while ensuring vital products are readily available.
- Ensures compliance with health and sanitation regulations through meticulous adherence to department procedures and participation in audits.
- Actively participates in departmental meetings, staff development initiatives, and professional programs to stay abreast of industry trends.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree desired or equivalent experience in culinary arts.
- Two plus years of culinary/kitchen management experience, (with catering experience preferred).
- Proven success in complex foodservice operations, with a solid base in institutional and batch cooking.
- Hands-on chef experience is critical, accompanied by solid knowledge of food trends, emphasizing quality, production, sanitation, cost control, and presentation.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite and email systems.
- Willingness to actively engage in client satisfaction programs and activities.
- ServSafe certification is highly desirable, highlighting a commitment to food safety.
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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1546507
Chartwells K12
KRISTEN STROHMYER
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Nearest Major Market: Oklahoma City
Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma
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