Chef De Cuisine Jobs in Arkansas

Job Title: CHEF MANAGER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS PINE BLUFF Company: Thompson Hospitality Location: Pine Bluff, AR Description: Thompson Hospitality is a Premier food servies/hospitality company. We NOW searching for a Chef Manager for our unit at The University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff. We believe heavily on 5 star quality service which only allows us to choose the best quality candidates in the industry. If you are a motivated, self starter, team player with the following skills we would like to speak to you. The following is a brief description of the position. Role: Chef Manager/Executive Chef This position reports to the Food Service Director and (or) the Vice President of Culinary. This person will be responsible for the entire Culinary operation at a College or University. The Chef Manager position is responsible for all production, menu compliance, daily operation as well as safety and sanitation. Specific responsibilities include: maintaining and upgrading quality standards and production levels, promoting safety and sanitation, inspections of kitchen areas and employees for proper sanitation, training and hiring of all associates, and maintaining budgeted labor and food cost. Always ensuring that the Standards of Excellence, as determined by the University and Thompson Hospitality are met. Needs for Success: * Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills * Good communication skills both written and verbal * Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels * Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet * Ability to perform various motor skills, such as lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, grasping and arm-hand coordination on a continuous basis * Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions * Exhibit tact, courtesy and reasonable speed in performance of duties * Strong client relationship skills

Job Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF Company: Compass Group Location: Little Rock, AR Description: A Fresh Approach To Great Results. Charlotte-based Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. Our vision for success is a powerful one – to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business – from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it’s our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success: Job Description: Chartwells Higher Education brings fresh ideas and innovative concepts to higher education foodservice. We have quickly established ourselves as the leading college and university foodservice partner in the industry, and were twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nations Restaurant News. While we reflect on a proud past, we keep a keen eye on what is yet to come, especially in the areas of culinary development and nutrition. We foster development in a setting where mobility, teamwork, and communication flourish. This position is responsible for overseeing the culinary function for a college account. You will manage and lead a team of employees and oversee all safety and sanitation at the account. You will be responsible for the following: Manage cost controls and control expenditures for the account. Plan and create nutritious menus. Purchase goods and manage inventory. Implement new culinary programs in conjunction with the Chartwells marketing and culinary team. Qualifications: Culinary degree preferred. Three to five years of culinary management experience. Strong leadership skills. Desire to work with an industry leader. Catering experience is essential. Knowledge of current culinary trends. Great People. Great Service. Great Results. At Compass Group North America, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you're looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group North America is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry's best. Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Compass Group North America is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V Responsibilities: