Chef Manager

Restaurant Associates; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead the culinary and food service operation for a premier client account. This hands-on role combines a passion for exceptional food with strong business and people leadership to inspire a high-performing team and exceed client expectations.

You will drive culinary excellence, manage inventory, costs, procurement, and sustainability initiatives, while delivering innovative menus and first-class hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary management in high-volume settings.
• Strong knowledge of cost controls, purchasing, and inventory.
• Experience with menu development and presentation.
• Ability to lead and motivate a culinary team.
• Commitment to quality, sustainability, and local sourcing.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full culinary management including inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
• Sets clear expectations, develops the team, and holds people accountable.
• Delivers consistent food quality, presentation, and menu creativity.
• Manages food cost, labor, waste, and vendor relationships to meet client expectations.
• Lead menu development with a focus on local sourcing and sustainability.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Food cost control

Menu development

Local sourcing

Sustainability

HACCP knowledge

Coaching and feedback

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 /Yr.

Restaurant Associates

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Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 /Yr.

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

We are seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead the culinary and food service operation for a premier client account. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines a passion for exceptional food and hospitality with strong business and people leadership. The ideal candidate will inspire and develop a high-performing team, drive culinary excellence and innovation, and confidently manage the operational and financial aspects of the business while consistently exceeding client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
• Sets clear expectations, develops the team, and holds people accountable
• Delivers consistent food quality, presentation, and menu creativity
• Manages food cost, labor, waste, and purchasing while meeting the client’s expectations
• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
• Possesses a passion for sustainability

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
• At least 5 years of culinary management experience in high-volume contract food service, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
• Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a culinary team by setting clear expectations, providing coaching and feedback, and holding team members accountable for performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering consistently high-quality food, exceptional presentation, and creative, innovative menus that elevate the overall dining experience.
• Strong understanding of food service operations and financial performance, with the ability to effectively manage food and labor costs, purchasing, inventory, and waste while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• ServSafe certified is a plus

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates At Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Restaurant Associates

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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