Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Culinary Team

Compass Group USA; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure safety and sanitation, and direct meal preparation in line with corporate guidelines. This role offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional a path to lead in high-volume environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary management, hands-on leadership, and strong knowledge of catering trends, food cost controls, and presentation. Microsoft Office proficiency required.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong culinary/kitchen management experience (5+ years) is preferred.
• Extensive catering and high-volume operation experience is highly desirable.
• Hands-on chef experience is essential.
• Knowledge of food trends, cost controls, and presentation is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and email/internet.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Supervise kitchen operations and ensure safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safety, and equipment operation.
• Maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas.
• Monitor inventory and ensure availability of necessary products.
• Make decisions on leftover usage within company guidelines.
• Participate in client satisfaction programs and activities.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Catering

Batch cooking

Food safety

Client satisfaction programs

ServSafe certified

MS Office proficiency

Education

AS degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure safety and sanitation, and direct meal preparation in line with corporate guidelines. This role offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional a path to lead in high-volume environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary management, hands-on leadership, and strong knowledge of catering trends, food cost controls, and presentation. Microsoft Office proficiency required.