EXECUTIVE CHEF II

Compass Group, North America; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental Leave

Job summary

CulinArt Sector, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations and ensure safe, high-quality meal preparation. You will lead culinary teams, drive menu planning, and ensure compliance with corporate programs and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a high-volume environment, with focus on quality, cost control, and staff development. Strong computer skills and ServSafe credentials are valued.

Qualifications

• An A.S. or equivalent culinary credential is preferred.
• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience (3–5 years).
• High-volume catering and institutional cooking experience advantageous.
• Hands-on chef experience required and leadership in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus per guidelines and recipes.
• Train kitchen staff on food prep, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Maintain cleaning, maintenance, and safety schedules for equipment and areas.
• Manage inventory to ensure adequate product availability.
• Oversee leftovers usage within company guidelines and waste control.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and audits.
• Participate in departmental meetings and staff development.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Menu planning

Cost controls

Staff training

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

ServSafe certified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CulinArt Sector

Salary: $70,000/Yr-$80,000/Yr

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans 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. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. or equivalent experience

• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

• Extensive catering experience a plus

• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable

• Institutional and batch cooking experiences

• Hands-on chef experience a must

• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• 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

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Culinart.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Culinart.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

CulinArt Sector

HILARIA KWAKUMEY

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