Chef Manager — Lead Culinary Team & Dining Programs

Compass Group USA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; 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

Restaurant Associates, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations for the World Bank dining program. You will work closely with the Senior Executive Chef to deliver exceptional food experiences, supervise staff, and engage with clients in a hospitality-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong restaurant or hospitality background, enjoys being visible with guests, and is passionate about developing teams while maintaining high-quality dining

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership experience in restaurant or large-scale dining operations.
• Experience leading teams in high-volume food service.
• Passion for hospitality and memorable guest experiences.
• Comfortable interacting with clients, guests, and senior stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of food cost management, purchasing, and inventory controls.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior Executive Chef to execute the culinary vision and daily food service operations
• Lead and develop culinary team members through coaching, training, and mentorship
• Maintain a strong presence in dining areas and build positive relationships with guests and clients
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal culinary initiatives
• Oversee food production and presentation to ensure quality and consistency
• Assist with purchasing, inventory management, and food cost control initiatives
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Support catering operations, special events, and client-facing functions
• Collaborate with operations, marketing, and culinary teams to introduce new dining experiences and programs
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Guest experience

Client interaction

Food cost management

Catering events

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Restaurant Associates, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations for the World Bank dining program. You will work closely with the Senior Executive Chef to deliver exceptional food experiences, supervise staff, and engage with clients in a hospitality-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong restaurant or hospitality background, enjoys being visible with guests, and is passionate about developing teams while maintaining high-quality dining