EXECUTIVE CHEF - Long Island University - Greenvale, NY

Executive Chef

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

Long Island University is seeking a dynamic, driven Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at our Greenvale campus. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and entrepreneurial culinary professional who thrives in a high-volume, mission-driven environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations while fostering a safe, sanitary, and collaborative work environment. You will lead menu development and execution in alignment with corporate programs and quality standards, mentor and develop kitchen staff, and ensure an outstanding dining experience for our campus community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute regular and modified menus in accordance with established guidelines and nutritional standards
• Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of meals following standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation standards
• Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs; taste and evaluate finished meals to ensure quality and consistency
• Recruit, train, and coach kitchen staff on food preparation, safe food handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Establish and enforce cleaning and preventative maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workstations
• Manage food and non-food inventory to remain within budgetary guidelines while ensuring product availability
• Make informed decisions on the utilization of leftover food products in compliance with company standards
• Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations, successfully supporting health department and third-party audits
• Enforce facility, department, and company safety policies, including incident and occurrence reporting
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff training, professional development, and continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.S.) in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership and kitchen management experience
• Extensive catering experience strongly preferred
• Proven success in high-volume, complex foodservice operations
• Experience with institutional and batch cooking environments
• Hands-on culinary leadership style with strong operational presence in the kitchen
• Comprehensive knowledge of current food and catering trends, with a focus on:
• Food quality and presentation
• Cost controls and efficiency
• Sanitation and safety standards
• Proficiency with computers and technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, email, and internet applications
• Willingness to actively participate in client and guest satisfaction programs
• ServSafe Certification highly desirable

Why Join Long Island University?

• Opportunity to lead a diverse and impactful culinary operation
• Collaborative campus environment focused on excellence and innovation
• Stability of an institutional setting with room for creativity and growth
• Meaningful work supporting students, faculty, and staff every day

If you are a passionate culinary leader who values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and bring your expertise to Long Island University.