Executive Chef - Multi-Unit Scratch Kitchen Leader

Compass Group USA; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision across multiple dining operations, driving exceptional food experiences and building a high-performing team. The role includes full scratch cooking, seasonal menu development, and strong financial performance, with relocation to South Milwaukee, WI.

You will oversee a dynamic multi-unit environment, collaborating across teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences while mentoring culinary staff and ensuring food safety

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary operations in a high-volume, multi-unit environment.
• Strong knowledge of full scratch cooking and seasonal menu development.
• Proven ability to manage food, labor, and operating costs while maintaining quality.
• Ability to inspire and retain diverse culinary teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and HACCP.
• Flexibility to support evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through food and hospitality.
• Culinary degree or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across multiple units with top-notch quality and consistency.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus, features, and events using high-quality ingredients.
• Champion full scratch cooking while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards are maintained.
• Manage food and labor costs through forecasting, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Partner with operations leaders and clients to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee production planning, recipe standardization, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Support events, catering programs, and after-hours operational needs.
• Foster teamwork, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Cost control

Team development & mentoring

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision across multiple dining operations, driving exceptional food experiences and building a high-performing team. The role includes full scratch cooking, seasonal menu development, and strong financial performance, with relocation to South Milwaukee, WI.

You will oversee a dynamic multi-unit environment, collaborating across teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences while mentoring culinary staff and ensuring food safety