Chef di Cuisine

Compass Group USA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Employee Wellness Programs

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appetit Management Company seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead daily culinary operations across multi-service dining venues on a technology campus. You will partner with the Executive Chef to ensure culinary excellence, guest satisfaction, and cost control.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience in high-volume foodservice, strong coaching skills, and a passion for farm-to-fork sourcing. This role offers growth opportunities, collaborative culture, and a dynamic campus setting.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent training.
• Experience leading high-volume foodservice operations.
• Oversee multiple stations; maintain quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
• Menu development, purchasing, inventory and cost controls.
• Experience with large-scale catering or events.
• Strong coaching and collaborative leadership.
• Passion for farm-to-fork and sustainable sourcing.
• Multi-unit or multi-service operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations across multiple stations and dining venues.
• Serve as culinary leader in absence of Executive Chef.
• Prepare and present high-quality, seasonal, locally sourced dishes.
• Ensure HACCP, sanitation, and safety standards are met.
• Assist with menu planning and development reflecting trends.
• Support inventory, purchasing, receiving and utilization.
• Partner with leadership to manage food costs and budgets.
• Recruit, train, and develop culinary team while promoting inclusive culture.
• Collaborate with FOH and catering teams for events and special occasions.
• Lead production for high-volume meal periods and campus events.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovation and attention to detail.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Food safety

Menu development

High-volume production

Catering experience

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

Join a dynamic culinary team serving a thriving technology campus through Bon Appétit Management Company's renowned farm-to-fork philosophy. This is an opportunity to lead culinary execution within a high-volume, multi-service, and multi-station dining environment that prioritizes fresh ingredients, sustainability, creativity, and exceptional guest experiences.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will partner closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure culinary excellence across multiple dining platforms, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who enjoys balancing hands-on food production, team leadership, innovation, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the successful execution of daily culinary operations across multiple service stations and dining venues
• Serve as the culinary leader in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring seamless operations and consistent guest satisfaction
• Prepare and present high-quality food that reflects Bon Appétit's commitment to fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Assist with menu planning and development, incorporating current culinary trends and guest preferences
• Support inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and product utilization efforts
• Partner with leadership to manage food costs, labor efficiency, and operational budgets
• Help recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary team members while fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace culture
• Collaborate with front-of-house and catering teams to deliver successful special events and elevated guest experiences
• Lead production for high-volume meal periods, catering functions, and campus events
• Drive continuous improvement through innovation, consistency, and attention to detail

What We're Looking For

• Culinary degree, certificate, or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
• Experience leading culinary operations in high-volume foodservice, corporate dining, hospitality, restaurant, or catering environments
• Ability to oversee multiple stations and services while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, HACCP standards, and kitchen best practices
• Experience with menu development, purchasing, inventory management, and cost controls
• Background supporting large-scale catering, banquet, or special event production
• Strong coaching and team development skills with a collaborative leadership style
• Passion for sustainable sourcing, seasonal ingredients, and farm‑to‑fork cooking
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while balancing multiple priorities
• ServSafe Certification preferred
• Multi‑unit or multi‑service culinary operations
• Corporate dining, technology campus, university, or hospitality foodservice experience
• Batch cooking and high‑volume food production
• Scratch cooking and seasonal menu execution
• Large‑scale catering and banquet event experience

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.