Executive Chef | High-Volume Catering & From-Scratch

Compass Group, North America; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Bon Appétit in Atlanta is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure safety, and guide culinary teams in delivering high-quality meals. You will implement corporate programs, train staff, and uphold sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires hands-on leadership, strong food knowledge, and a proven track record in high-volume catering. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits accompany the opportunity to grow with a national leader.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Extensive catering experience is a plus.
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience desirable.
• Hands-on chef experience required.
• Knowledge of food trends, sanitation, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to guidelines.
• Follows recipes, portions, and presentation standards; maintains production worksheets.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and areas.
• Manages inventory to stay within guidelines and ensure availability.
• Decides on leftover usage within company guidelines.
• Complies with health and safety regulations and audits.
• Participates in meetings and staff development.

Skills

Hands-on chef

Menu planning

Food safety

Leadership

High volume catering

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

ServSafe certification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Bon Appétit in Atlanta is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure safety, and guide culinary teams in delivering high-quality meals. You will implement corporate programs, train staff, and uphold sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires hands-on leadership, strong food knowledge, and a proven track record in high-volume catering. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits accompany the opportunity to grow with a national leader.