Top 278 Chef manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Executive Chef
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee —Milwaukee, WI
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Online Application
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Writing skills
Executive Chef
Compass Group —Mount Pleasant, WI
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Opportunities for advancement
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3d
Lead Cook
Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area —Berlin, WI
- $14 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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2d
EXECUTIVE CHEF 2- University of Wisconsin Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Madison, WI
- $36 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Kitchen Manager - Fredonia, WI
Casey's —Fredonia, WI
- $15.00 - $17.25 an hour
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Kitchen Manager
Vintage Brewing Company —Madison, WI
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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7d
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Deja Food Group —Madison, WI
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Team management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Lead
Club TEN —Durand, WI
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Lead Line Cook
The Legend at Bristlecone —Hartland, WI
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12h
Night cook manager
Dundee's Roadhouse —Campbellsport, WI
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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2d
Lead Cook - Lilly Kenosha ( LKC)
Aramark —Pleasant Prairie, WI
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
Lead Cook
Sodexo —Ripon, WI
- $19.84 - $20.83 an hour
- Online Application
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Cook $22-$24/hr K-12 School Lunch
Taher, Inc —Salem, WI
- $22 - $24 an hour
- No weekends
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
- Opportunities for advancement
- Food provided
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Night cook /Manager
Dundee's Roadhouse —Campbellsport, WI
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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2d
Kitchen Lead - Full and Part Time
CARE PARTNERS ASSISTED LIVING —Eau Claire, WI
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Head Chef
Timber Ridge Lodge —Lake Geneva, WI
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Lead
Lakeside Villa —Phillips, WI
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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8h
Assistant Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Hollanders Pub and Grill —Little Chute, WI
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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4d
Restaurant Supervisor, 1919 Kitchen & Tap at Lambeau Field
Delaware North —Green Bay, WI
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —Madison, WI
- $17.66 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Executive Chef

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee -
Milwaukee, WI

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Job Details

$85,000 - $100,000 a year

Qualifications

Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Menu design
Staff supervision
Assisting with meal planning
Recipe development
Managing retail teams
Writing skills
Labor cost analysis
Food service inventory management
Driver's License
Institutional kitchen experience
Kitchen cost control
Team management
Managing kitchen staff
Financial performance measurement
Food ordering
Business operations
Workforce management
Restaurant cost management
Managing hospitality operations budgets
POS systems
Staffing management

Full Job Description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

Position Title:

Executive Chef

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Executive Chef

Job Duties:

Under the general direction of the Director of Dining & Retail Services (DRS), this position supports the University’s mission by leading the department in delivering high-quality food services and exceptional customer experiences across all service areas.

The Executive Chef serves as the culinary expert and visionary responsible for food quality, menu development, culinary innovation, and presentation standards. Provides leadership, supervision, and professional development for culinary staff and serves as a public representative of Dining & Retail Services.

This position has full responsibility for culinary program administration across multiple service platforms, including residential dining, retail operations, and catering services and requires the following:

Strong knowledge of culinary principles and high-volume food production.

Leadership and staff development skills.

Ability to manage multiple operations.

Financial and operational analysis capability.

Strong communication and problem-solving skills .

Key Job Responsibilities:

35% Staff Leadership, Development, and Supervision

Directs, supervises, and develops kitchen production staff to ensure effective operations and quality outcomes

Designs, implements, and evaluates training programs including food safety, culinary skills, and waste reduction

Establishes performance expectations and conducts evaluations

Promotes an inclusive and engaged work environment

Oversees staffing plans and labor utilization

30% Culinary Program Management & Menu Development

Direct and administers menu development across all units

Ensures alignment with dietary needs and customer preferences

Integrates seasonal and local sourcing

Oversee recipe testing, costing, and documentation

Collaborates on procurement standards

15% Culinary Operations & Quality Assurance

Plans and evaluates production systems

Enforces quality and safety standards

Ensures compliance with regulations

Monitors product consistency and service standards

10% Catering & Special Events Administration

Direct and administer UWM Catering operations

Establishes catering standards and oversees events

Develop partnerships and expand services

Monitors financial and operational performance

Implements improvements and innovation

5% External Relations & Program Representation

Represents Dining Services to stakeholders

Supports academic partnerships

Promotes culinary programs

5% Financial & Operational Support

Analyzes food and labor costs

Supports budget planning

Evaluate customer feedback

Assists with operational support and facilities planning

Department:

Dining and Retail Services

Compensation:

$85,000 - $100,000 Annually

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, culinary arts, organizational leadership, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience-associate’s degree plus 8 years of management experience in a higher education setting

Minimum of 5 years of progressive foodservice management experience , preferably in a higher education dining environment

Demonstrated experience managing food, labor, and operating budgets

Knowledge of institutional food purchasing, inventory systems, and POS platforms

Experience with standardized recipes, menu development, and production systems

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Valid Driver’s License and ability to qualify to operate State of Wisconsin vehicles

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts , Hospitality Management, or related field.

Certified Executive Chef (CEC)

Experience in university , college or large institutional dining programs.

Experience supervising managers and leading multi-layered teams

ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide BOTH cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of 07/23/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 07/22/2026 . Applications submitted after 07/22/2026 may not be reviewed.

Contact Information:

Questions about this position can be directed to Jennifer Brown ( [email protected] )

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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