Executive Chef, High-Volume Corporate Dining

Eurest USA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

EAP

Job summary

Eurest is seeking a Portfolio Executive Chef in Memphis, TN to lead kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality meals for corporate dining venues. The role requires strategic menu planning, staff training, and adherence to company standards.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on culinary expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in large-scale foodservice; ServSafe certification is preferred. Excellent collaboration with clients and teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Hands-on culinary leadership required.
• 5+ years progressive kitchen management experience.
• Extensive catering and high-volume foodservice desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety, cost controls, and presentation.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus per guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes; manages production and waste logs.
• Trains kitchen staff in food prep, safety, sanitation.
• Maintains cleaning schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas.
• Manages inventory to stay within guidelines; ensures availability.
• Adheres to health regulations and safety policies; participates in meetings.

Skills

Hands-on chef

High-volume operations

Catering experience

Institutional cooking

Batch cooking

Computer skills

ServSafe knowledge

Client satisfaction programs

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Eurest is seeking a Portfolio Executive Chef in Memphis, TN to lead kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality meals for corporate dining venues. The role requires strategic menu planning, staff training, and adherence to company standards.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on culinary expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in large-scale foodservice; ServSafe certification is preferred. Excellent collaboration with clients and teams is expected.