Chef Manager: Culinary Ops & Menu Cost Control

Compass Group USA; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Canteen is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead both culinary and food service operations for our growing business. You will be responsible for the success of the culinary and food service operation.

The role emphasizes strong menu development, cost controls, inventory management, and a commitment to sustainability, with opportunities to source local products and manage a contract service.

Qualifications

• Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, 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
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
• HACCP knowledge is preferred
• ServSafe certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
• Possesses a passion for sustainability

Job description

Canteen is seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead both culinary and food service operations for our growing business. You will be responsible for the success of the culinary and food service operation.

The role emphasizes strong menu development, cost controls, inventory management, and a commitment to sustainability, with opportunities to source local products and manage a contract service.