CHEF, REGNL I

Eurest USA; Eagan, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Eurest USA is seeking a senior culinary leader to oversee all culinary functions for business dining accounts in a defined geographic area. You will guide menus, cost controls and regional operations to meet contractual obligations.

The role requires 5–7 years of multi-unit experience, strong communication, leadership, and financial acumen, plus willingness to travel regionally. This position is based in Minnesota and is on-site with Eurest.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or four-year culinary development experience.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of multi-unit culinary leadership experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong supervisory, leadership and coaching abilities.
• Solid financial acumen with P&L, budgeting and food cost controls.
• Willing to travel regionally.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements operation’s plans and systems to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Manages cost controls and expenditures for the region.
• Acts as a Regional leader who models competencies and behaviors in line with company values.
• Plans and creates menus including chef’s tables and catering expos as applicable.
• Develops and communicates strategies for improving customer experience.
• Interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, suppliers, clients and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Communication

Staff Development

Financial Acumen

Travel Readiness

MS Office

Education

Culinary Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Salary: $100000 - $115000

Pay Grade:16

Other Forms of Compensation:

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations?Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

This individual is responsible for leading all culinary functions for business dining accounts in a given geographical area.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and implements operation’s plans and systems to ensure contractual obligations are met


• Manages cost controls and control expenditures for the region


• Acts as a Regional leader who models competencies and behaviors which that support company values


• Plans and creates menus to include influencing the menu for chef’s tables, catering expos, etc.


• Develops and communicates strategies for improving customer experience


• Interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, suppliers, clients and customers


• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Culinary Degree, or comparable four year culinary development experience


• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience, multi-unit experience preferred


• Execellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate on various levels to include management, departmental, customer and associate levels


• Strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management and coaching skills


• Strong financial acumen, proven P&L experience, budgetary, and food control practices


• A demonstrated ability to assess and grow people, operations, equipment, and revenue


• Willing to travel throughout the region


• Computer skills and experience with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, preferred

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Life Insurance/ AD


• Disability Insurance


• Retirement Plan


• Paid Time Off


• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)


• Associate Shopping Program


• Health and Wellness Programs


• Discount Marketplace


• Identity Theft Protection


• Pet Insurance


• Commuter Benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)


• Paid Parental Leave


• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.