Campus Chef Manager: Lead High-Volume Dining & Growth

Bon Appétit Management Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Discount Marketplace

Health and Wellness Programs

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Associates Shopping Program

Job summary

Bon Appetit seeks a collaborative Chef Manager to lead operations at a high-volume campus cafe in Boston. You will supervise culinary and front-of-house staff, ensure quality in food production, and guide menu execution while engaging with students and guests about ingredients and allergens.

You will drive safety standards, inventory control, and cost-conscious procurement, supporting sustainable practices and a positive, service-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership experience in high-volume settings.
• Experience supervising teams in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation principles.
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Understanding of menu development and culinary execution.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary and foodservice operations of a high-volume campus café.
• Supervise and coach a team of culinary and front-of-house staff.
• Oversee food production, menu execution, quality standards, and plating.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth brunch, dinner, and late dining service.
• Open kitchen operations and manage evening services Monday–Thursday.
• Engage with students and guests about ingredients, allergens, and offerings.
• Monitor food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Assist with inventory, purchasing, receiving, and cost-control initiatives.
• Support menu planning and promote local, sustainable practices.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team supervision

Guest engagement

Food safety HACCP

Inventory & cost controls

Menu development

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Bon Appetit seeks a collaborative Chef Manager to lead operations at a high-volume campus cafe in Boston. You will supervise culinary and front-of-house staff, ensure quality in food production, and guide menu execution while engaging with students and guests about ingredients and allergens.

You will drive safety standards, inventory control, and cost-conscious procurement, supporting sustainable practices and a positive, service-focused culture.