Executive Chef Manager — Corporate Dining Leader

Compass Group USA; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site)

Job summary

Eurest in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Senior Chef Manager to lead back- and front-of-house operations in corporate dining environments. You will maintain a high‑quality culinary program, develop menus, manage inventory and food costs, and oversee hiring, coaching and training of staff.

Responsibilities include safety and sanitation programs, purchasing controls and strong financial reporting. A degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Five years progressive culinary management experience.
• Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask.
• Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivates the team.
• Must possess a passion for excellence.
• Knowledge of HACCP controls and proper storage/use of food.
• P&L and financial reporting experience.
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls.
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office and POS.

Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs.
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs.
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards.
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments.
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food cost control

Menu development

HACCP knowledge

P&L and financial reporting

Verbal and written communication

Team coaching

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe certification a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS

Job description

Eurest in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Senior Chef Manager to lead back- and front-of-house operations in corporate dining environments. You will maintain a high‑quality culinary program, develop menus, manage inventory and food costs, and oversee hiring, coaching and training of staff.

Responsibilities include safety and sanitation programs, purchasing controls and strong financial reporting. A degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience is preferred.