Chef Position at The Wheeler School

We are currently seeking full-time CHEF positions at The Wheeler School, located at 216 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906. Applications are accepted online only.

This full-time position requires a Monday-Friday schedule, with hours that may vary, including some nights and weekends. Further details will be discussed during the interview process.

Previous culinary experience is required. Experience working in a K12 or higher education setting is preferred but not mandatory.

Apply via text message: Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1364600. This conversational recruiting assistant will help you apply to jobs with Compass Group.

Job Summary

The Chef is responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating kitchen, food production, and food service associates. Key duties include:

• Supervising and coordinating cooks and other associates in food preparation, cooking, and service.
• Ensuring compliance with all food handling, sanitation, and customer service standards.
• Supervising hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, performance reviews, and disciplinary action.
• Preparing high-quality food items according to standardized recipes, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
• Ensuring proper food presentation, quality, portion control, and serving temperatures.
• Tracking food use, waste, and consumption for inventory management.
• Inspecting incoming product and supplies for quality and quantity.
• Maintaining sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils.
• Maintaining cleanliness of workstations and display equipment.
• Assisting in menu and recipe development.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

About CulinArt: Founded in 1969, CulinArt manages over 250 dining facilities for corporations, schools, and more. We are committed to providing the highest quality dining service and career opportunities to our team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Previous culinary experience.
• Experience in K12 or higher education preferred.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate kitchen associates.
• Knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards.
• Experience with inventory management and quality inspection.
• Ability to evaluate food production and service standards.