Chef Manager: Elevate Healthcare Dining Operations

Compass Group USA; Hampstead (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Culinary Services Group is seeking a Chef Manager in Hampstead, NC to lead kitchen operations and partner with the Food Service Director. You will oversee production, ensure safety and sanitation, and drive quality in a fast-paced healthcare and senior care environment.

The role demands hands‑on culinary leadership, menu planning, and strong cost controls, with opportunities to develop teams and enhance client satisfaction. Competitive pay and a collaborative culture await.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of culinary management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, healthcare, or related food service operations.
• Hands‑on chef experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of food cost controls, sanitation, and menu development.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Food Service Director in day-to-day operations.
• Oversees production, quality assurance, and safety standards.
• Leads kitchen team, trains staff, and develops talent.
• Manages client engagement and catering events.
• Drives cost controls and menu planning initiatives.

Skills

Culinary Management

Hands-on chef experience

Menu planning

Food cost controls

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Culinary Services Group is seeking a Chef Manager in Hampstead, NC to lead kitchen operations and partner with the Food Service Director. You will oversee production, ensure safety and sanitation, and drive quality in a fast-paced healthcare and senior care environment.

The role demands hands‑on culinary leadership, menu planning, and strong cost controls, with opportunities to develop teams and enhance client satisfaction. Competitive pay and a collaborative culture await.