CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF - REDMOND, WA

Eurest USA; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Eurest is seeking a Catering Executive Chef to provide culinary leadership for high-volume, premium corporate catering operations. This role supports the Executive Chef in menu execution, staff leadership, food safety compliance, and cost control while delivering consistently high-quality food and service for meetings, events, and special programs.

Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, planning seasonal menus, controlling costs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading safety

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of culinary management experience.
• High-volume production and catering experience (required).
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Proven leadership and cost-control skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and develop cooks and kitchen staff.
• Execute high-volume catering menus with focus on quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Plan seasonal, globally inspired menus and develop recipes.
• Control food and labor costs; manage purchasing compliance.
• Create labor schedules based on business needs.
• Ensure compliance with ServSafe, HACCP, OSHA, PCQI, and local health regulations.
• Lead daily and monthly food safety training.
• Maintain inspection-ready kitchens at all times.
• Utilize Webtrition and internal culinary systems.
• Address and resolve guest or client concerns professionally.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume catering

Food safety & sanitation

Cost control

Staff development

Microsoft Office

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Webtrition/culinary systems

Internal culinary systems

Job description

Other Forms of Compensation: As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies – in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Eurest Salary: $100,000 to 120,000 /year Pay Grade: 15 Other Forms of Compensation: As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies – in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The Catering Executive Chef provides culinary leadership for high-volume, premium corporate catering operations. This role supports the Executive Chef in menu execution, staff leadership, food safety compliance, and cost control while delivering consistently high-quality food and service for meetings, events, and special programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and develop cooks and kitchen staff
• Execute high-volume catering menus with strong focus on quality, presentation, and consistency
• Plan seasonal, globally inspired menus and develop recipes
• Control food and labor costs; manage purchasing compliance
• Create labor schedules based on business needs
• Ensure compliance with ServSafe, HACCP, OSHA, PCQI, and local health regulations
• Lead daily and monthly food safety training
• Maintain inspection-ready kitchens at all times
• Utilize Webtrition and internal culinary systems
• Address and resolve guest or client concerns professionallyMaintain clean, safe, and organized kitchen operations

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of culinary management experience
• High-volume production and catering experience (required)
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Proven leadership and cost-control skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based tools
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment

Certifications Required

• Valid Food Handler’s Permit
• Current ServSafe Certification

Associates At Eurest Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.