Chef de Cuisine: Lead Culinary Innovation & Wellness

Compass Group USA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to drive culinary excellence in our café program. You will lead the kitchen team, collaborate with the Executive Chef on strategy, and ensure consistent, high-quality dining experiences.

You will manage inventory, ordering, and safety programs while mentoring staff and promoting sustainable, responsible practices across the operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience.
• Proven leadership of a high-volume, premium operation.
• Strong focus on safety culture and food integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Experience forecasting, budgeting, and sourcing ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Define and elevate the culinary landscape and dining program.
• Lead and inspire kitchen team for consistent high-quality dishes.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on food prep, plating, and presentation.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost controls to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and allergen management compliance.
• Mentor Sous Chef and culinary staff to build talent pipelines.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Team management

Communication

Budgeting & sourcing

Google Suite

Kitchen software

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Google Suite

Kitchen management software

Job description

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to drive culinary excellence in our café program. You will lead the kitchen team, collaborate with the Executive Chef on strategy, and ensure consistent, high-quality dining experiences.

You will manage inventory, ordering, and safety programs while mentoring staff and promoting sustainable, responsible practices across the operation.