{"data":{"job_id":"d7a4e81b-2a52-4155-95c6-415cbc6f6aa2","membership":"included","merged_into_job_id":null,"currentness":"current","stale":true,"company_id":null,"employer_name":{"state":"known","value":"Dexterra","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"title":{"state":"known","value":"Head Chef","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"description":{"state":"known","value":"WHAT’S THE JOB?\nThe 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.\nThe operation will initially serve approximately 500 people per day and is expected to grow rapidly to more than 1000 meals served daily.\nThe 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.\nReporting 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.\nYOUR WORK WILL INCLUDE\nFull accountability for all food service operations, from planning through execution\nPreparing, presenting, designing, and serving high‑quality rotational menus at scale\nLeading the kitchen operation to safely and efficiently service 500+ guests daily, with rapid growth to 1000+ guests per day\nEnsuring strict adherence to food safety, quality, and contractual scope requirements\nEnforcing compliance with Dexterra Food Safety programs, including FOODSAFE and HACCP\nLeading, training, developing, and mentoring the entire culinary team\nSupervising kitchen staff productivity, performance, and compliance with policies and procedures\nManaging labour, food, and chemical resources to ensure efficiency and cost control\nOverseeing ordering, inventory control, and bi‑weekly inventory counts\nApplying expertise in dietary requirements including allergies, vegan, vegetarian, and special diets\nMaintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and professionalism\nServing clients and guests in a personable, professional, and service‑oriented manner\nSupporting the Site Manager with culinary input related to planning, forecasting, and operational execution\n\nWHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?\nChef or Certified Executive, with culinary education and/or Chef designation\nAuthorized to work in the United States\nAdvanced Food Safety or HACCP certification\nMinimum 8 years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry\nMinimum 8 years of experience as a Chef, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, or workforce lodges\nDemonstrated experience operating large‑volume food service environments\nStrong knowledge of menu costing, recipe card implementation, and cost controls\nAdvanced practical and theoretical knowledge across all kitchen areas: Hot Kitchen\nCold Kitchen\nPastry / Bakery\nButchery\nBanquets and mass‑service operations\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and food service systems\nProven ability to lead, develop, and retain culinary teams\nA leadership style that demonstrates ownership, accountability, strong communication, and professionalism\n\nDexterra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.\n\nDexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.\n\nWHO ARE WE?\n\nWe've been serving clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"work_arrangement":{"state":"source_omitted","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"locations":[{"state":"known","value":{"city":"New Orleans","region":"US-LA","country":"US"},"postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]}],"job_first_seen_at":"2026-09-30T02:05:07.695Z","curated_at":"2026-10-03T11:29:01.189Z","job_updated_at":"2026-10-03T11:29:01.189Z","postings":[{"posting_id":"f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df","board_id":"smartrecruiters","source_posting_id":"744000141962164","posting_status":"listed","posting_url":{"state":"known","value":"https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Dexterra/744000141962164","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"application_url":{"state":"known","value":"https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Dexterra/744000141962164-head-chef?oga=true","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"location":{"state":"known","value":{"city":"New Orleans","state":"Louisiana","remote":false,"country":"US"},"postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"pay":{"state":"known","value":{"max":45,"min":40,"ranges":[{"max":45,"min":40,"currency":"USD","interval":"hour"}],"currency":"USD","interval":"hour"},"postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"title":{"state":"known","value":"Head Chef","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"employer_name":{"state":"known","value":"Dexterra","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"description":{"state":"known","value":"WHAT’S THE JOB?\nThe 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.\nThe operation will initially serve approximately 500 people per day and is expected to grow rapidly to more than 1000 meals served daily.\nThe 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.\nReporting 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.\nYOUR WORK WILL INCLUDE\nFull accountability for all food service operations, from planning through execution\nPreparing, presenting, designing, and serving high‑quality rotational menus at scale\nLeading the kitchen operation to safely and efficiently service 500+ guests daily, with rapid growth to 1000+ guests per day\nEnsuring strict adherence to food safety, quality, and contractual scope requirements\nEnforcing compliance with Dexterra Food Safety programs, including FOODSAFE and HACCP\nLeading, training, developing, and mentoring the entire culinary team\nSupervising kitchen staff productivity, performance, and compliance with policies and procedures\nManaging labour, food, and chemical resources to ensure efficiency and cost control\nOverseeing ordering, inventory control, and bi‑weekly inventory counts\nApplying expertise in dietary requirements including allergies, vegan, vegetarian, and special diets\nMaintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and professionalism\nServing clients and guests in a personable, professional, and service‑oriented manner\nSupporting the Site Manager with culinary input related to planning, forecasting, and operational execution\n\nWHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?\nChef or Certified Executive, with culinary education and/or Chef designation\nAuthorized to work in the United States\nAdvanced Food Safety or HACCP certification\nMinimum 8 years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry\nMinimum 8 years of experience as a Chef, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, or workforce lodges\nDemonstrated experience operating large‑volume food service environments\nStrong knowledge of menu costing, recipe card implementation, and cost controls\nAdvanced practical and theoretical knowledge across all kitchen areas: Hot Kitchen\nCold Kitchen\nPastry / Bakery\nButchery\nBanquets and mass‑service operations\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and food service systems\nProven ability to lead, develop, and retain culinary teams\nA leadership style that demonstrates ownership, accountability, strong communication, and professionalism\n\nDexterra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.\n\nDexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.\n\nWHO ARE WE?\n\nWe've been serving clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.","evidence":["source description HTML is a partial formatting fragment; the complete source description was preserved"],"postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"work_arrangement":{"state":"source_omitted","postingIds":["f89d9a9fb05a00a4f0d11b864e9c74a76309f019c40af6c3cdd9bbb6f3a161df"]},"source_posted_at":"2026-08-06T16:26:26.090Z","first_seen_at":"2026-09-30T02:05:07.695Z","last_completed_fetch_at":"2026-10-02T09:59:47.849Z","latest_application_check":null,"source_data":{"sourceType":"smartrecruiters","availability":"listed","employmentType":"Full-time","sourcePostedAt":"2026-08-06T16:26:26.090Z","sourceUpdatedAt":null,"jobLocationType":null},"source_rights":{"rights_record_id":null,"terms_verdict":null,"conditions":null,"attribution_required":null,"attribution_text":null,"attribution_link":null},"source_type":"smartrecruiters","source_class":"unknown","employment_type":"Full-time"}]},"snapshot_watermark":"2026-10-08T08:01:59.931Z"}