Job Summary
As a Food For Thought Chef Manager, you will stay ahead of industry trends and bring creative inspiration to the café by utilizing outside resources such as social media and industry publications.
 
You will lead and manage both the Front of the House and Back of the House teams, ensuring continuous client and customer satisfaction, as well as employee retention. You will work on developing career paths including training schedules and timeframes.
 
Responsibilities
• Measuring customer satisfaction levels through feedback and resolving any issues immediately.
• Working with the District Manager to maintain 100% compliance with the new menu and promo rollouts from the chef’s committee.
• Acting as the liaison with the client to ensure expectations are met.
• Managing and maintaining all SOP and HACCP standards.
• Demonstrating financial expertise and accountability in managing Food, Labor and Direct costs against budgets and forecasts.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
 
Required Qualifications
• 5+ years in Food Service Management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient computer skills and exceptional organizational skills.
• Must provide valid Food Service Manager Certificate and Food Allergen Certification.
 
Preferred Qualifications
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts.
• A passion for culinary arts, with a desire for creativity.
• Ability to budget and manage inventory.
• Creativity and adaptability to challenges.
 
Why We’re the Leaders
• Excellent training
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Flexible scheduling 
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Anniversary Milestone Incentives
 
Company Benefits & Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Life Insurance ($50K by the company, optional additional coverage)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss
  • Assistance for you and household members
  • In Person Sessions
  • Unlimited phone access

• Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
• 401K Retirement Plan
• FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
• Employee Meal Plan
• Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).