Culinary Manager & Menu Innovation Leader

Continental Services; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

At-work dining perks

Flexible schedules

Generous PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Continental Services in the greater Cleveland area seeks a Chef Manager to lead culinary preparation, client service, and operations at the assigned account.

You will manage menus, develop offerings, supervise staff, and ensure production, service, and quality meet company standards while exceeding client expectations.

The role is on-site in Cleveland, reporting to Trisha Leblanc, and offers full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Five or more years culinary experience required, event management required.
• Prior management experience required.
• ServSafe Manager and Allergen certification preferred; willing to obtain if not held.
• Bachelor's degree in culinary or hospitality (or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead food preparation and client service for assigned locations; manage breakfasts, lunches and events.
• Conduct daily line checks and verify quality before each service.
• Develop menus and research new culinary trends for menus.
• Standardize SOPs and maintain site-level accountability.
• Inspire and coach team; manage staffing, performance and training.

Skills

Culinary experience

Event management

People leadership

ServSafe certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in culinary or hospitality

Job description

Continental Services in the greater Cleveland area seeks a Chef Manager to lead culinary preparation, client service, and operations at the assigned account.

You will manage menus, develop offerings, supervise staff, and ensure production, service, and quality meet company standards while exceeding client expectations.

The role is on-site in Cleveland, reporting to Trisha Leblanc, and offers full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.