Associate Director, CHEFS & Social Enterprise

ECS; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Episcopal Community Services (ECS) in San Francisco seeks an Associate Director of CHEFS & Social Enterprise to lead three commercial kitchens. You will ensure government-contract meals meet specifications, nutritional standards, and financial targets while maintaining HACCP compliance.

The role is fully onsite with direct client service delivery and cross-functional collaboration with ECS and CHEFS teams. You will drive financial performance, lead a high-performing kitchen team, and integrate

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in high-volume environments.
• ServSafe certification is required, HACCP certification preferred.
• Strong financial acumen including food cost, inventory, purchasing, labor management, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee government contracts, ensure meals meet contract and nutrition specifications.
• Manage financials, inventory, purchasing, and labor to stay within budget.
• Lead staff training, coaching, and development across the kitchens.
• Ensure HACCP records, temperature logs, and delivery logs are maintained.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety compliance

Mentorship & coaching

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

ServSafe certification

HACCP certification

Job description

Episcopal Community Services (ECS) in San Francisco seeks an Associate Director of CHEFS & Social Enterprise to lead three commercial kitchens. You will ensure government-contract meals meet specifications, nutritional standards, and financial targets while maintaining HACCP compliance.

The role is fully onsite with direct client service delivery and cross-functional collaboration with ECS and CHEFS teams. You will drive financial performance, lead a high-performing kitchen team, and integrate