About the Role Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations within a large, multi-unit university dining program in Johnson City, Tennessee. This hands-on leadership role will oversee culinary quality, menu development, food production, catering, staff training, food and labor costs, and food safety. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced food service environment and can lead teams while delivering an exceptional dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. Key Responsibilities • Lead daily culinary operations across a large university dining program. • Develop menus, recipes, and culinary concepts that meet diverse customer needs. • Ensure food quality, recipe compliance, presentation, and production standards. • Hire, train, coach, and develop culinary and utility staff. • Manage catering operations from planning through execution. • Partner with catering, retail, and management teams to deliver high-quality events and services. • Manage food costs, labor costs, budgets, and operational performance. • Use food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems effectively. • Drive culinary innovation and continuous improvement across dining operations. • Monitor and maintain HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and physical safety standards. • Build strong relationships with customers, clients, staff, and university stakeholders. • Support customer satisfaction, brand standards, and overall dining program success. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience. • 3+ years of management experience in food service or culinary operations. • 3+ years of functional experience in restaurants, catering, institutional dining, university dining, or similar food service environments. • Demonstrated experience managing food and labor costs, P&L, and budgets. • Experience managing catering operations from planning through execution. • Experience leading and training culinary teams. • Working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, and production systems. • Strong HACCP and food safety knowledge. • Excellent communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. What We Offer • $60,000–$80,000 base salary • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Wellness programs • 401(k) with matching contributions • Paid time off and company holidays • Career growth opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, skills, training, and other relevant qualifications. Work Schedule Sunday–Thursday | 12:00 PM–10:00 PM This is a full-time, on-site Executive Chef position supporting a large university dining operation in Johnson City, TN. Equal Opportunity Employer: Premier Global Links LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.