DISTRICT CHEF - SANTA CLARA, CA

Eurest USA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Eurest USA is hiring a District Chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple corporate dining locations in Santa Clara, California. The role involves driving culinary excellence and partnering with a team to enhance client dining experiences.

Applicants should have a culinary degree and significant leadership experience, along with skills in cost control and team development. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience.
• At least 2 years of multi-site or district-level culinary leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing food cost controls and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations across multiple locations.
• Mentor and develop chefs to improve performance.
• Drive culinary innovation and menu development.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Mentoring and coaching

Cost control management

Menu innovation

Food safety compliance

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest provides a rewarding career with limitless opportunities. We supply world‑class meals to employees of the nation’s largest employers across every state and industry. 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 high‑quality dining experiences in corporate cafes, executive dining rooms, on‑site catering, and vending innovations.

Compensation

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 /year

Pay Grade: 16

Job Summary

As a District Chef, you will lead and oversee all culinary operations across multiple corporate dining locations, including an Executive Briefing Center. This role is responsible for driving culinary excellence, innovation, and consistency while supporting and developing a team of chefs. You will partner closely with operations, marketing, and culinary leadership to elevate the overall guest experience for a high‑end clientele.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide culinary leadership and operational support across multiple corporate dining accounts within the district
• Mentor, coach, and develop chefs and culinary teams to elevate skillsets and performance
• Drive innovation by introducing new menu concepts, trends, and culinary programs
• Partner with chefs to manage cost controls, food budgets, and overall financial performance
• Guide menu planning and development to ensure creativity, consistency, and client satisfaction
• Train teams on purchasing practices and effective inventory management
• Enhance culinary capabilities across the region by raising overall chef skill levels
• Lead the rollout and execution of new culinary initiatives in collaboration with the company’s culinary and marketing teams
• Develop and implement strategies to improve the customer and dining experience
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all locations
• Deliver training programs that promote consistency, efficiency, and high‑quality food production

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience
• At least 2 years of multi‑site or district‑level culinary leadership experience
• Strong background in high‑volume food production and catering, preferably in corporate dining
• Proven experience managing food cost controls, budgets, and financial performance
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop culinary teams
• Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Desire to grow and advance within a leading foodservice organization

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 performed remotely, please review the wage‑transparency information at https://www.compass‑usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.