Evening Chef Manager - Lead Culinary Team (Sign-On Bonus)

Compass Group USA; Merna (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Eurest is hiring an Evening Chef Manager to lead back and front-of-house operations in a high-standard food service environment. The role emphasizes culinary program quality, financial reporting, and staff development.

The position requires strong leadership, menu development skills, and proficiency in cost control, inventory, and sanitation. Evening shifts (1pm-11pm or 4pm-2am) are included.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Five years progressive culinary management experience (implied).
• Knowledge of HACCP controls and proper food storage/use.
• P&L and financial reporting experience required or preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs.
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs.
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards.
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments.
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Culinary management experience

Leadership and coaching

P&L and financial reporting

Budgeting and cost control

Communication skills

Ability to work evenings

Sanitation/HACCP knowledge

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe certification (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS

Job description

Eurest is hiring an Evening Chef Manager to lead back and front-of-house operations in a high-standard food service environment. The role emphasizes culinary program quality, financial reporting, and staff development.

The position requires strong leadership, menu development skills, and proficiency in cost control, inventory, and sanitation. Evening shifts (1pm-11pm or 4pm-2am) are included.