Executive Chef - Adobe

Compass Group USA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Bon Appetit Management Company, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead two cafés and a robust catering operation at Adobe's San Francisco campus.

You will curate menus, mentor a team of ~35, drive culinary innovation, ensure food safety, and partner with clients to elevate dining experiences. The ideal candidate has high-volume corporate dining leadership and a passion for mentoring future culinary leaders.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent education and experience.
• 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership in high-volume environments.
• Experience leading large culinary teams and developing culinary managers.
• Experience in upscale restaurant environments and corporate dining programs.
• Extensive catering and events experience.
• Strong financial acumen with food cost, inventory, labor and budgeting.
• Food safety, HACCP expertise and regulatory compliance.
• People development and coaching skills.
• Knowledge of food trends and menu development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, inventory systems, and reporting tools.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic culinary leadership for two cafés and catering operations.
• Curate and evolve menus and culinary activations.
• Lead and develop a culinary team of ~35 associates.
• Create a culture of coaching, accountability, and growth.
• Partner with operations, hospitality, and client stakeholders.
• Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, production planning and labor.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.
• Oversee catering execution for high-profile events.
• Maintain strong employee relations and development opportunities.
• Monitor metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay current on trends and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Budgeting

Education

Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Inventory systems

Operational reporting tools

Job description

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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!

Short Description

We are seeking a highly accomplished Executive Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic culinary program at Adobe's flagship San Francisco campus. This role oversees two café locations and a robust catering operation, serving a sophisticated client base that expects innovation, exceptional quality, and memorable dining experiences.

The Executive Chef will be responsible for driving culinary excellence across the entire food program, with a strong emphasis on program curation, activation, innovation, team development, and operational performance. This is an ideal opportunity for a proven culinary leader who has excelled as an Executive Chef in high-end restaurant and corporate dining environments and is passionate about mentoring the next generation of culinary talent.

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic culinary leadership for two cafés and catering operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and guest experiences.
• Curate and continuously evolve menus, dining experiences, and culinary activations that align with client expectations and industry trends.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a culinary team of approximately 35 associates, including two salaried chefs and multiple frontline leaders.
• Create a culture focused on coaching, accountability, engagement, and professional growth, with an emphasis on developing future Executive Chefs and culinary leaders.
• Partner closely with operations, hospitality, and client stakeholders to deliver innovative programming and elevate the overall dining experience.
• Manage food cost, inventory controls, purchasing, production planning, and labor resources to achieve financial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards through training, auditing, and operational oversight.
• Oversee catering execution, including high-profile events, executive dining, and campus activations.
• Maintain strong employee relations practices, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment while addressing performance and development opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze operational metrics, implementing continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Stay current on culinary trends, sustainability initiatives, and emerging dining concepts to continually enhance the program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary education and experience.
• 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including significant Executive Chef experience within high-volume, complex foodservice environments.
• Demonstrated success leading large culinary teams, including managing salaried chefs and developing culinary managers.
• Experience in both upscale restaurant environments and corporate dining programs required.
• Extensive catering and special events experience, including large-scale and high-touch hospitality programs.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, inventory, purchasing, labor, and budgeting.
• Proven expertise in food safety, sanitation, HACCP programs, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong employee relations and people-development skills with a passion for coaching and mentorship.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, culinary innovation, menu development, and guest engagement strategies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, inventory systems, and operational reporting tools.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

The Ideal Profile:

The successful candidate is a polished culinary leader who combines the creativity and standards of a high-end restaurant chef with the operational expertise required to lead a world‑class corporate dining program. They are equally comfortable mentoring salaried chefs, managing complex operations, engaging with clients, and driving innovation. The ideal Executive Chef has a proven track record of building high‑performing teams and developing future culinary leaders.

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at Bon Appetit 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)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• 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 or copy/paste the link below 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.