Executive Chef — Multi-Unit Leader & Budgeting

Compass Group, North America; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CCL Hospitality Group in Montpelier, VT is seeking an inspirational Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, recruit and train staff, and deliver show quality food with personal hands-on involvement. You will develop menus, monitor food quality, control costs, ensure safety and sanitation, and empower onsite staff to achieve outstanding resident and client satisfaction.

Relocation assistance is available; this role focuses on driving culinary excellence across our community living

Qualifications

• BA in Culinary Arts preferred; candidates with 10–15 years of culinary experience will also be considered.
• Multi‑unit leadership — Experience managing up to 2 kitchens simultaneously.
• Financial acumen — Strong budgeting, cost control, and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary production, ensure food quality and safety, and supervise staff.
• Develop menus with seasonal ingredients and oversee purchasing.
• Monitor budgets, labor, and food costs to meet financial goals.
• Coach and mentor cooks and kitchen staff for performance.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Team management

Menu development

Education

BA in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

CCL Hospitality Group in Montpelier, VT is seeking an inspirational Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, recruit and train staff, and deliver show quality food with personal hands-on involvement. You will develop menus, monitor food quality, control costs, ensure safety and sanitation, and empower onsite staff to achieve outstanding resident and client satisfaction.

Relocation assistance is available; this role focuses on driving culinary excellence across our community living