Executive Chef | Culinary Innovator & Team Leader

Compass Group USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

FLIK Hospitality, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced, corporate dining environment. You will oversee menu development, food production, purchasing, inventory, and financial performance, while inspiring a talented team and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

If you are passionate about food, leadership, and culinary innovation, join us to elevate standards, collaborate with marketing and culinary teams, and build strong client

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Three to five years of culinary management experience in corporate dining, restaurants, hotels, higher education, or other food service environments.
• Strong background in high-volume food production and catering operations.
• Proven experience managing food costs, purchasing, inventory, and financial performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Extensive knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and culinary trends.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional culinary standards.
• Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of daily culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Develop creative, seasonal menus that balance culinary innovation, guest preferences, and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary associates to build a high-performing team.
• Oversee high-volume food production, catering, and special events.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, food costs, labor, and operating expenses while meeting financial goals.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with marketing and culinary teams to introduce new menus, promotions, and culinary programs.
• Monitor kitchen operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and culinary excellence.
• Build strong relationships with clients, guests, and operational leadership.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Catering operations

Food costs

Inventory management

HACCP standards

Communication

Team development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

FLIK Hospitality, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced, corporate dining environment. You will oversee menu development, food production, purchasing, inventory, and financial performance, while inspiring a talented team and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

If you are passionate about food, leadership, and culinary innovation, join us to elevate standards, collaborate with marketing and culinary teams, and build strong client