CHEF (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 57,308,160 - 63,038,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Eurest in Newport News, VA, is hiring a full-time CHEF to lead kitchen operations. The role requires supervising cooks, ensuring food quality and sanitation, and preparing meals according to standardized recipes. Weekend work is required, and a valid driver's license plus catering/kitchen experience are preferred.

The position offers great benefits, including health/dental insurance, retirement plan options, and an employee referral bonus. Join Eurest and contribute to high standards of service.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and catering experience preferred.
• Standard kitchen/prep experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises cooks and kitchen associates in preparing, cooking and serving food, ensuring sanitation and customer service standards.
• Supervises hourly kitchen staff, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, and reviews.
• Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production and service schedules.
• Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and serving temperatures.

Skills

Catering experience

Kitchen experience

Job description

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• We are hiring immediately for a full timeCHEF position.
• Location: SoVa Off-Prem - 12000 Canon Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23606 Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary. Must work weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: A valid driver's license and catering experience preferred. Standard kitchen/prep experience required.
• Perks: Great benefits! Health/dental insurance! Retirement plan options! Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour

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Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise, “connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise,” is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.

Job Summary

Summary: Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food. Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
• Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
• Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules. Serves meals or prepares for delivery.
• Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
• Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
• Helps select and develop recipes and menus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.