Chef Manager: Culinary Leader & Menu Innovation

Compass Group USA; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Restaurant Associates, a leading provider of dining and event catering, is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead the culinary and food service operation for a premier client account in Miami. This hands-on leader will inspire a high-performing team, drive culinary excellence, and manage operational and financial aspects to exceed client expectations.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of culinary management experience in high-volume contract food service or fine dining, with strong

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Full culinary management of food service operation including 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 client expectations.
• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on local sourcing.
• Demonstrates a passion for sustainability.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Restaurant Associates, a leading provider of dining and event catering, is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead the culinary and food service operation for a premier client account in Miami. This hands-on leader will inspire a high-performing team, drive culinary excellence, and manage operational and financial aspects to exceed client expectations.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of culinary management experience in high-volume contract food service or fine dining, with strong