Executive Chef

Bon Appétit Management Company; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food service seeks an Executive Chef to manage its culinary operations in Cambridge. Candidates should have a passion for food, creativity in menu design, and the ability to lead a team while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This is a unique opportunity to drive quality and innovation in a vibrant dining environment.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or similar role.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Excellent understanding of culinary trends and menus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, maintaining sanitation standards.
• Manage meal preparation and kitchen staff training.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies, complying with regulations.

Skills

Menu Planning

Food Safety

Culinary Trends

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Bon Appetit

Position Title: Executive Chef

Reports To: Manager of Operations

Salary: $90,000 to $100,000

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Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

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Job Summary

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.

You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional.

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines

Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality

Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards

Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned

Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed

Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products

Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits

Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting

Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

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Associates at Bon Appetit 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, click here for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1419770

Bon Appetit

Gina Barbish

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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