Chef Manager

Pay: $60,000 - 65,000 annually

Location: Creative Dining Services at Vol State Community State, Gallatin, TN

Schedule: Monday – Friday (Enjoy your evenings and weekends off!)

Do you believe a great meal can fuel a great day?

At Volunteer State Community College , we're looking for a passionate Chef Manager to lead our dining program and create memorable dining experiences for students. This is more than a food service job; it's an opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people every day through delicious, nutritious, and thoughtfully prepared meals.

If you love cooking from scratch, leading a team, building relationships, and creating a dining environment where students are excited to eat, we want to meet you!

As our Chef Manager, you'll serve as the leader of the entire dining services operation, ensuring every meal reflects quality, creativity, nutrition, and exceptional customer service.

Creating Outstanding Dining Experiences

• Plan and prepare delicious, nutritious meals that appeal to students of all ages.
• Develop menus that balance nutrition, flavor, variety, and student preferences.
• Maintain high culinary standards and consistency in food quality.

Leading and Developing Your Team

• Recruit, train, coach, and inspire a team of food service professionals.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment with high morale and productivity.
• Manage scheduling, timekeeping, and employee development.

Managing Operations Like a Pro

• Oversee purchasing, inventory, receiving, storage, and food production.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Ensure efficient operations while maintaining exceptional quality.

Growing Catering & Special Events

• Lead all aspects of the school's catering program.
• Create exciting food experiences for school events, meetings, athletic functions, and special occasions.

Maintaining Excellence & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Uphold Creative Dining Services' C.L.E.A.N. Works! program and all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain organized records, reporting, and operational procedures.

Building Relationships

• Partner closely with school leadership, students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Participate in Food Service Committee meetings and actively seek feedback.
• Create a dining program that becomes a valued part of the Northpoint community.

• Loves preparing fresh, nutritious, and appealing meals for children and young adults.
• Has strong culinary skills and a passion for hospitality.
• Enjoys leading, mentoring, and developing team members.
• Is highly organized and comfortable managing budgets and operational details.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys interacting with students and staff.
• Values customer service and understands the importance of creating a welcoming dining experience.

• Make a difference in students' lives every single day.
• Enjoy a schedule that aligns with a school environment.
• Lead a dining program where quality and creativity are encouraged.
• Become part of a supportive school community that values relationships and service.
• Work with a company committed to culinary excellence and professional growth
• No nights or weekends
• Predictable, steady hours
• Competitive pay + performance bonus eligibility
• DailyPay — access your pay as soon as the next day
• Health, Dental & Vision benefits
• TextCare — healthcare help is just a text away
• 401(k) with company match

Creative Dining Services is dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality and dining experiences while fostering meaningful relationships within the communities we serve. We believe food has the power to bring people together, create memories, and support healthy lifestyles.

If you're ready to combine your passion for food, leadership, and service in a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!