Executive Chef: High-Volume Culinary Leader

Compass Group USA; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Job summary

Compass Group USA seeks an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations ensuring safety and quality. You will direct meal preparation in line with corporate programs and guidelines, driving culinary excellence and staff development in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on chef experience, strong food cost control knowledge, and a track record of leading high-volume operations. Join a renowned team delivering exceptional service across diverse sites.

Qualifications

• AS or equivalent experience in culinary/kitchen management.
• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience.
• Hands-on chef experience required.
• Strong knowledge of food cost controls and presentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Must be able to participate in client satisfaction programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards.
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas.
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits.
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting.
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Skills

Culinary management

Menu planning

Food safety

Inventory control

Computer skills

Client satisfaction

High volume operations

Education

AS or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compass Group USA seeks an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations ensuring safety and quality. You will direct meal preparation in line with corporate programs and guidelines, driving culinary excellence and staff development in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on chef experience, strong food cost control knowledge, and a track record of leading high-volume operations. Join a renowned team delivering exceptional service across diverse sites.