Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Campus Dining (Sign-On Bonus)

Compass Group USA; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company is seeking an experienced and people-focused Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at MIT's New Vassar Dining Hall, a high-visibility residential dining program serving a diverse university community.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee a team of approximately 70 culinary professionals in a unionized environment, guiding daily operations, developing talent, ensuring outstanding food quality, and fostering a culture centered on safety, collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• Experience in culinary leadership within high-volume environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of ~70 culinary professionals in a unionized setting.
• Create a positive, inclusive work environment emphasizing engagement and operational excellence.
• Partner with clients and campus stakeholders to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Oversee food production, menu execution, quality standards, and presentation across high-volume operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and safety regulations.
• Develop and coach culinary talent through ongoing training and mentoring.
• Collaborate with front-of-house leaders to ensure a seamless guest experience and strong client relationships.
• Manage food, labor, and costs while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Support dietary accommodations and align menus with diverse nutritional needs.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, and product utilization to promote cost efficiency and reduce waste.
• Establish preventive maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation programs for all kitchen areas.
• Utilize production reports, data, and financial metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Champion sustainability, wellness, safety, and guest-satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Food safety HACCP

Cost & labor management

Dietary accommodations

Communication skills

Office & reporting

Multitasking

Union experience

High-volume dining

Sustainability & dining trends

Catering events

ServSafe certification

Batch cooking systems

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management

Job description

Bon Appétit Management Company is seeking an experienced and people-focused Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at MIT's New Vassar Dining Hall, a high-visibility residential dining program serving a diverse university community.

As Executive Chef, you will oversee a team of approximately 70 culinary professionals in a unionized environment, guiding daily operations, developing talent, ensuring outstanding food quality, and fostering a culture centered on safety, collaboration, and