Executive Chef — Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Compass Group USA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at a Washington, DC location. This role focuses on setting menu standards, coaching the team, and driving exceptional guest experiences through strong leadership and culinary vision.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a culinary leadership position, a culinary degree, and a passion for hospitality, with strong financial acumen and social media savvy to elevate the brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a culinary leadership role.
• Experience leading food and beverage teams.
• Strong coaching and training capabilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and costs.
• Familiarity with social media in a hospitality context.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations at the Washington, DC location.
• Set menu standards and ensure quality and consistency.
• Coach and develop on-site culinary team.
• Collaborate with purchasing and finance to optimize offerings and profitability.
• Oversee kitchen operations, safety, and sanitation.
• Design and update menus aligned with trends and data.
• Coordinate events and group menus with sales teams.
• Deliver training on menus and culinary techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Taste evaluation

Hospitality passion

Interpersonal skills

Social media experience

Financial acumen

High computer literacy

Team coaching

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at a Washington, DC location. This role focuses on setting menu standards, coaching the team, and driving exceptional guest experiences through strong leadership and culinary vision.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a culinary leadership position, a culinary degree, and a passion for hospitality, with strong financial acumen and social media savvy to elevate the brand.