Great Western Dining Service, Inc.
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Company Overview Great Western Dining is a people-oriented company. Our corporate culture allows our employees to learn and excel in their chosen fields. We think that going to work should be fun! If you think so too, apply below.
Founded in 1990, Great Western Dining Service, Inc. provides contracted dining services for schools, colleges & universities; camps & conference centers; and business & industry. From its inception, GWD has remained strongly committed to our original concepts of quality service coupled with delicious food.
Job Summary This position serves as a Chef. Working as the Chef, you will be responsible for back of the house operations for the food service department. You will maintain a quality culinary program and process all financial reporting. Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing.
Key Responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Participates in employee meetings and training programs
Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
Maintains an active role in managing team developments
Manages purchasing and inventory controls
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
When acting as an interim Food Service Director, you will be responsible for all activity in the account, and staff management
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Experience in personnel management
Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and ability to motivate a team
Must possess a passion for excellence
Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
P&L and financial reporting experience
Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 30 lbs
Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) & matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitality
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Company Overview Great Western Dining is a people-oriented company. Our corporate culture allows our employees to learn and excel in their chosen fields. We think that going to work should be fun! If you think so too, apply below.
Founded in 1990, Great Western Dining Service, Inc. provides contracted dining services for schools, colleges & universities; camps & conference centers; and business & industry. From its inception, GWD has remained strongly committed to our original concepts of quality service coupled with delicious food.
Job Summary This position serves as a Chef. Working as the Chef, you will be responsible for back of the house operations for the food service department. You will maintain a quality culinary program and process all financial reporting. Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing.
Key Responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Participates in employee meetings and training programs
Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
Maintains an active role in managing team developments
Manages purchasing and inventory controls
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
When acting as an interim Food Service Director, you will be responsible for all activity in the account, and staff management
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Experience in personnel management
Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and ability to motivate a team
Must possess a passion for excellence
Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
P&L and financial reporting experience
Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 30 lbs
Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) & matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitality
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Great Western Dining Service, Inc. by 2x
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Lincoln, NE .
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