SAGE Dining Services® is seeking a talented and organized Executive Chef with experience in high-end catering and high-volume production for a private college in Baltimore, MD. The Executive Chef will work closely with the General Manager to oversee all aspects of the account, including catering, service, production, sanitation, team development, and financial performance.

At SAGE, our managers truly care about the campus communities they serve, and the relationships they build make a career with us even more rewarding. The ideal candidate will thrive in this community-oriented environment, taking pride in contributing to the positive atmosphere they help create. We’re looking for a leader who can mentor their team, inspire them to exceed expectations, and consistently demonstrate a passion for service at every opportunity.

If you’re a creative, hands-on culinarian with strong leadership skills, a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences, and a commitment to building lasting connections within the community, we encourage you to apply today!

This is a year-round salaried position at a location that operates every day of the week. The schedule will be discussed during the interview.

Pay Type: $70,000 - $80,000 Salary

Time Commitment: Full Time

What You'll Do:

• Plan cycle menus and lead daily production (hands on).
• Enforce safety protocols and lead by example.
• Deliver an outstanding example of customer service to your team and to the community we serve.
• Manage ordering and inventory.
• Deliver incredible catering events rivaling 5 star restaurants.
• Participate in the interviewing, hiring, training and ongoing mentoring of the team.
• Participate in general location management with the Food Service management team.

What You'll Need:

• Customer service skills.
• Happy disposition, both for community and team interactions.
• Awesome references and solid resume.

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Collaborative environment.
• Emphasis on training and development.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Mission-based company with values you trust.
• Appreciative community.
• Tremendous amount of resources and tools at your fingertips.

• High-end catering and high-volume banquet experience.
• Substantial culinary knowledge: trends, techniques, and processes.
• Menu planning and production experience.
• Minimum five years culinary experience.
• Minimum five years managing others in the kitchen.
• Ability to lead and mentor the team.
• Current ServSafe® certification and local health department certification, where required.