EXECUTIVE CHEF - Bar Harbor, ME

Compass Group; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Executive Chef in Bar Harbor, ME, where you will lead culinary operations, develop seasonal menus, and foster a positive team environment. Enjoy relocation support and a mission-driven workplace focused on wellness and hospitality.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Hands-on cooking experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations and team performance.
• Develop menus with local and seasonal ingredients.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and staff scheduling.

Skills

Culinary Management

Team Leadership

Food Safety

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Join to apply for the EXECUTIVE CHEF - Bar Harbor, ME role at Compass Group USA

Salary: $65,000

Location: Birch Bay Retirement Village – Bar Harbor, ME

CCL Hospitality Group, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our scratch kitchen, bringing high-quality dining experiences to our residents and guests in scenic Bar Harbor, Maine. We offer relocation assistance, a supportive community environment, and a focus on elevated hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily culinary operations, including food preparation, presentation, safety, sanitation, and team performance.
• Develop menus with local and seasonal ingredients, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and staff scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Foster a positive team environment through coaching, training, and performance management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience, preferably in high-volume or complex foodservice operations.
• Hands-on cooking experience required.
• Knowledge of food trends, sanitation, and cost controls.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Relocation support to beautiful Bar Harbor, Maine.
• Work-life balance with predictable hours.
• A mission-driven environment focused on relationships, wellness, and hospitality.
• Opportunity to showcase culinary creativity with local sourcing.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plans, paid time off, and wellness programs.
• Employee discounts and more.

Join us and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community. Apply today!