EXECUTIVE CHEFS - Gourmet Dining - Newark, New Jer

Job Summary

Gourmet Dining | Higher Education Accounts | New York Region

Lead Culinary Excellence Across Premier Campus Dining Programs

Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment? Gourmet Dining is seeking talented Executive Chefs to support our growing portfolio of higher education accounts across the New York region. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your creativity, lead exceptional teams, and make a meaningful impact on the campus dining experience.

At Gourmet Dining, we believe food is an essential part of student life and campus culture. As an Executive Chef, you will play a key role in creating innovative dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary operations for a designated dining account, providing strategic leadership and hands-on support to ensure exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. Bring your creativity, leadership, and passion for food to Gourmet Dining and help redefine the future of campus dining across New York. Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a talented culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
• Create and execute diverse, innovative menus that reflect current culinary trends and meet client expectations.
• Manage food and labor costs while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Purchase products, oversee inventory management, and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Drive new culinary initiatives and collaborate with marketing and operations teams to introduce exciting dining concepts.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance standards.
• Support catering operations, special events, and campus-wide dining programs.
• Ensure operational goals are met while delivering an outstanding guest experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive culinary management experience.
• Proven success in high-volume dining, foodservice, or catering environments.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing food costs, labor budgets, and inventory controls.
• Demonstrated leadership experience developing and motivating culinary teams.
• Passion for innovation, student engagement, and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career with an industry-leading foodservice organization.

Why Join Gourmet Dining?

• Opportunity to lead culinary programs at prestigious colleges and universities.
• Creative freedom to develop innovative menus and dining concepts.
• Career advancement within a nationally recognized foodservice organization.
• Collaborative culture focused on professional growth and culinary excellence.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.