Executive Chef (Spelman College)

Compass Group USA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance (Voluntary)

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Legal Services

Auto and Home Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring an Executive Chef in Atlanta, GA. The role oversees kitchen operations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with corporate guidelines while leading a dynamic culinary team.

As a senior culinary professional, you will develop menus, train staff, manage inventory, and drive exceptional service. Bon Appétit Management Company supports growth and offers extensive benefits with full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on chef experience required.
• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience preferred.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience.
• Must be computer literate (MS Office).
• ServSafe certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards; uses production worksheets and waste logs; tastes meals for quality.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safety and sanitation per Company standards.
• Establishes cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas; ensures adherence.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies within guidelines; ensures availability.
• Decides on leftover food utilization within Company guidelines.
• Complies with health and sanitation regulations and audits.
• Follows safety policies and participates in safety programs.
• Participates in departmental meetings and professional development.

Skills

Hands-on chef

Kitchen management

Culinary operations

Food safety

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a Executiv Chefposition.


• Location: Atlanta,GA


• Pay Range: $95,000- $105,000

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage-free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines


• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality


• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards


• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned


• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed


• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products


• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits


• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting


• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience


• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training


• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable


• Institutional and batch cooking experiences


• Hands-on chef experience a must


• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation


• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet


• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities


• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Associates at Bon Appétitare offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan


• Associate Shopping Program


• Health and Wellness Programs


• Discount Marketplace


• Identity Theft Protection


• Pet Insurance


• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance


• Accident Insurance


• Hospital Indemnity Insurance


• Legal Services


• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Life Insurance/AD


• Disability Insurance


• Commuter Benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.