EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Group Canada; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at American Airlines LAX lounges, including managing high-volume fine dining for discerning travelers. This role encompasses menu planning, team leadership, and adherence to quality standards, offering a unique opportunity for a passionate culinary professional eager to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary management experience needed.
• Experience in fine dining and high-volume operations essential.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team for American Airlines lounges.
• Plan menus and ensure compliance with standards.
• Train staff in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Culinary Skills

Team Building

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [e-mail] . Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.

Job Summary

We are now hiring a talented, people-passionate culinary professional to join our American Airlines LAX leadership team. As Executive Chef, you will lead the culinary charge of several American Airline lounges on site at LAX - including the premier Flagship Lounge which offers travelers fine dining cuisine in a buffet style setting. , including the Flagship Fist dining concept which boasts a uniquely unrivaled a la carte, six course menu for the most discerning travelers. The American Airline LAX lounges and their dynamic team welcome over 2000 travelers daily, including many international guests. This role demands an Executive Chef with high volume, fine dining experience. We need a leader who inspires, motivates, and connects - a leader who continually instills a sense of ownership and passion in the team.

Our Executive Chef leads the AA lounges culinary team and is responsible for delivering exceptional food & beverage offerings, each and every day. They will ensure kitchen operations are in alignment with American Airline standards, while leading and mentoring a dynamic team committed to delivering quality culinary offerings, at the very highest standards. This is a unique opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional seeking a high-impact, high visibility role.

Key Executive Chef Responsibilities:

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, in collaboration with the American Airlines & Eurest culinary leadership team
• 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 all 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Fine dining, Executive Chef leadership experience is a must
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Demonstrated success leading an engaged, focused culinary team; you're an emotionally intelligent leader with a track record of building great teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Business systems savvy and reporting acumen (to include MS Office)

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.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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.

About the company

We are Canada’s leading foodservice and support services company. We set the standard for foodservice and support services with over 24,000 associates...

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