Executive Chef: Lead High‑Volume Corporate Dining

Eurest USA; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Eurest USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and oversee kitchen operations, ensuring safety, sanitation and quality across menus for corporate dining and executive catering. You will direct meal preparation, manage staff, and uphold company guidelines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong culinary expertise, and a track record in catering and large-scale foodservice.

Qualifications

• AS or equivalent experience (preferred).
• 5+ years progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Extensive catering experience is a plus.
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience desirable.
• Hands-on chef experience required.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends; focus on quality, production, sanitation, and cost controls.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus per guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards; uses production worksheets and waste logs.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safety, and sanitation.
• Establishes cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and areas.
• Maintains inventory within guidelines and ensures product availability.
• Decides on usage of leftovers within company guidelines.
• Complies with health and sanitation regulations and audit standards.
• Follows safety policies and participates in departmental meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Menu Planning

Training Staff

Computer Skills

Education

AS or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Eurest USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and oversee kitchen operations, ensuring safety, sanitation and quality across menus for corporate dining and executive catering. You will direct meal preparation, manage staff, and uphold company guidelines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong culinary expertise, and a track record in catering and large-scale foodservice.