Executive Chef - High-Volume Culinary Leader

Compass Group USA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring safety, sanitation, and high-quality meal preparation across services. You will direct meal preparation per corporate programs and lead a culinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 5+ years in culinary/kitchen management, and strong knowledge of cost controls and presentation. Excellent communication and client satisfaction focus are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Extensive catering experience is a plus.
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable.
• Hands-on chef experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• ServSafe certification - highly desirable.
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation and sanitation.
• Maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and areas.
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies.
• Makes decisions regarding leftover food utilization.
• Complies with health and safety regulations and audits.
• Follows safety policies and participates in meetings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

Kitchen operations

Menu planning

Food safety

Client satisfaction programs

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring safety, sanitation, and high-quality meal preparation across services. You will direct meal preparation per corporate programs and lead a culinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 5+ years in culinary/kitchen management, and strong knowledge of cost controls and presentation. Excellent communication and client satisfaction focus are essential.