Position Title: Corporate Executive Chef
Reports To: District Manager
Salary: $62,400 - $145,500
Other Forms of Compensation:
Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!
Working as an Executive Chef, you are responsible for overseeing all culinary functions for a dining account. You will manage and lead a team of associates and oversee all safety and sanitation as it pertains to the account. Additionally, as part of the culinary team, you will be responsible for the following:
Key Responsibilities:
Manages cost controls and controls expenditures for the account
Plans and creates all menus
Purchases and manages inventory
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary team
Preferred Qualifications:
Culinary degree preferred
Three to five years of culinary management experience
High volume production and catering experience is essential
Previous experience managing cost controls
Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company
Culinary Skills and Experience
• Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience: Formal training at a culinary school or extensive on-the-job experience. Formal culinary training or equivalent extensive professional experience. Knowledge or experience with diverse cuisines to reflect global trends or corporate diversity.
• Proven Track Record: Experience in leading kitchens, preferably in a multi-unit or high-volume operation.
• Menu Development: Expertise in creating diverse, innovative, and nutritionally balanced menus tailored to client preferences.
• Food Safety Certifications: Knowledge of HACCP, ServSafe certification, or similar.
Management and Leadership
• Team Leadership: Ability to recruit, train, and manage large teams of chefs and kitchen staff across multiple locations.
• Multi-Unit Management: Experience overseeing multiple sites, ensuring consistency in food quality and service standards.
• Conflict Resolution: Skills to handle interpersonal and operational challenges effectively. Fostering a positive work environment.
• Mentorship: Developing staff and fostering growth within the organization.
Operational Expertise
• Budget Management: Ability to manage costs, including labor, food, and operational expenses.
• Inventory and Supply Chain: Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relations.
• Process Optimization: Ability to implement and improve systems for efficiency across units.
Apply to Bon Appetit today!
Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.
Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1378771
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