Chef Manager: Seasonal Menu Innovator & Team Leader

Bon Appétit; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

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

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appetit Management Company in Santa Clara is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our culinary operation with a strong focus on menu innovation, exceptional guest experience, and operational excellence. This hands-on leader thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops seasonal menus, coaches teams, and delivers high‑quality food while guiding cost controls and safety standards.

You will steward food production, inventory, scheduling, and training, while fostering teamwork and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Chef Manager or culinary management experience.
• Culinary degree or related associate's degree preferred.
• Experience with menu development and seasonal menu planning.
• Knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and budgets.
• Experience with CM+ or similar menu management platforms; ServSafe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily kitchen operations with focus on quality and consistency.
• Develop and refresh menus aligning with guest preferences and seasonality.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, receiving, and food cost controls.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and development of culinary staff.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Monitor labor costs and kitchen productivity.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and exceptional guest service.

Skills

Menu development

Culinary management

Leadership

Food cost management

Budget accountability

Food safety

HACCP

CM+ familiarity

ServSafe

Education

Culinary degree

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

CM+

Job description

Bon Appetit Management Company in Santa Clara is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our culinary operation with a strong focus on menu innovation, exceptional guest experience, and operational excellence. This hands-on leader thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops seasonal menus, coaches teams, and delivers high‑quality food while guiding cost controls and safety standards.

You will steward food production, inventory, scheduling, and training, while fostering teamwork and