Head Chef
Alexandria, LA, United States On-site
$83,200–$93,600 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
WHAT’S THE JOB? The Executive Chef is fully accountable for the complete food service operation at a Dexterra workforce accommodations facility. This role provides strategic and hands‑on leadership across all culinary functions, ensuring food safety, quality, consistency, and client satisfaction at scale. The operation will initially serve approximately 500 people per day and is expected to grow rapidly to more than 1000 meals served daily. The Executive Chef is responsible for building, leading, and developing a high‑performing culinary team capable of delivering consistent, high‑quality food service throughout this growth. Reporting to the Operations Manager and Assistant Manager, the Executive Chef oversees menu planning, procurement, food production, staffing, training, and compliance, while maintaining strict adherence to Dexterra food safety standards, contractual scope, and quality expectations.
What you'll bring
- WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Chef or Certified Executive, with culinary education and/or Chef designation
- Advanced Food Safety or HACCP certification
- Minimum 8 years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry
- Minimum 8 years of experience as a Chef, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, or workforce lodges
- Demonstrated experience operating large‑volume food service environments
- Strong knowledge of menu costing, recipe card implementation, and cost controls
- Advanced practical and theoretical knowledge across all kitchen areas: • Hot Kitchen
- Cold Kitchen
- Pastry / Bakery
- Butchery
- Banquets and mass‑service operations