Cafeteria & Catering Culinary Director

Quest Food Management Services; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services in Mundelein, IL is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee cafeteria and catering operations, lead a dedicated team, ensure safety and quality, and partner with clients to deliver exceptional food experiences.

The role requires experience in food service management, budgeting, staff development, and strong client relations, with a focus on nutrition standards, training, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in food service management.
• Experience in developing and managing budgets.
• Experience in food safety leadership within a food service or restaurant environment.
• Experience in building and leading a high performing team.
• Strong client relations experience.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of the food service and hospitality industry.
• Requires extensive hours at times and frequent local travel.
• Responsible for meeting and maintaining state and local certification requirements (Food Service Manager).

Responsibilities

• Cascades Quest's vision, values and principles across the account.
• Leads safety and sanitation and ensures high quality food experiences.
• Develops staff through training, 30/60/90 reviews and career plans.
• Manages budgeting, purchasing, scheduling and inventory for cafeteria and catering.
• Supports client relations and account retention initiatives.
• Drives nutrition standards and wellness guidance for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Budgeting

Food service management

People development

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quest Food Management Services in Mundelein, IL is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee cafeteria and catering operations, lead a dedicated team, ensure safety and quality, and partner with clients to deliver exceptional food experiences.

The role requires experience in food service management, budgeting, staff development, and strong client relations, with a focus on nutrition standards, training, and operational excellence.