Campus Chef Manager — Lead High-Volume Dining

Compass Group USA; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

FSAs

Employee Assistance Program

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company at Emmanuel College seeks a collaborative Chef Manager to lead a high-volume campus cafe, oversee food production, and drive service excellence.

You will coach staff, ensure HACCP and safety standards, manage inventory and cost controls, and partner with culinary teams on menu execution and guest engagement.

This role emphasizes guest interaction, sustainability, teamwork, and opportunities for growth within a respected contract dining organization.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary operations in high-volume environments.
• Supervising teams and coordinating multiple priorities.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation.
• Experience with inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Understanding of menu development and culinary execution.
• Ability to lead by example and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary and foodservice operations in a high-volume campus café.
• Supervise and coach a team of culinary and front-of-house staff.
• Oversee production, menu execution, quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth brunch, dinner and late-night service.
• Open and manage Sunday kitchen and weekday evening operations.
• Engage with students and guests about ingredients and allergens.
• Monitor food safety, sanitation and HACCP standards.
• Support inventory, purchasing, receiving and cost-control initiatives.
• Assist with menu planning while promoting local and sustainable practices.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team supervision

Food safety

Inventory management

Menu development

Communication

Problem solving

Hospitality

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Bon Appétit Management Company at Emmanuel College seeks a collaborative Chef Manager to lead a high-volume campus cafe, oversee food production, and drive service excellence.

You will coach staff, ensure HACCP and safety standards, manage inventory and cost controls, and partner with culinary teams on menu execution and guest engagement.

This role emphasizes guest interaction, sustainability, teamwork, and opportunities for growth within a respected contract dining organization.