Floating Chef Manager (Corporate Food Services)

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

Job summary

An innovative and rapidly growing company is seeking a growth-minded Floating Chef Manager to lead culinary operations in Chicago. This role involves managing food service operations, building strong relationships with clients, and ensuring high-quality dining experiences. With a commitment to sustainability and local sourcing, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a dedicated team that thrives on delivering exceptional results and grow your career in a rewarding culinary leadership role.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Shopping & Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft & Pet Insurance

Commuter & Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts & Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience in foodservice or restaurant settings.
• Knowledge of HACCP and P&L accountability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary and food service operations across various locations.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and menu development with a focus on local sourcing.

Skills

Culinary Management

Inventory Management

Menu Development

Sustainability Practices

Stakeholder Management

Education

ServSafe Certification

Culinary Degree

Job description

Eurest

Location: Chicago, IL 60606

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri: Flexible Scheduling

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 / year

Please Note: Consistent travel is required! This is a Floating Chef Manager role at various locations across Chicago and the Greater Chicago area.

As a leader in business and industry dining, Eurest offers a rewarding career with limitless opportunities. We serve employees of the nation's largest and most prestigious companies across all industries and states. Join our leadership and professional support team to help our 16,000 chefs and associates excel in delivering world-class meals in corporate cafes, executive dining rooms, on-site catering, vending, and more.

Our company is innovative, high-performing, and rapidly growing. Our team members are enthusiastic, committed to quality, and thrive on delivering exceptional results. We work with exciting companies at interesting locations. Grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

We are seeking a growth-minded Floating Chef Manager to oversee culinary and food service operations. Responsibilities include maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests, clients, and other departments, as well as integrating dining services with the facility's operational plan.

Key Responsibilities

1. Full culinary management, including inventory, ordering, and receiving
2. Knowledge of P&L accountability; contract-managed service experience is desirable
3. Menu development, cost control, purchasing, and inventory management with a focus on local sourcing
4. Passion for sustainability

Preferred Qualifications

1. Working knowledge of HACCP
2. At least three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or restaurant settings with inventory and purchasing expertise
3. Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, sanitation, food costs, and presentation
4. Experience with exposition cooking
5. Stakeholder management experience preferred
6. Knowledge of P&L and contract services is a plus
7. ServSafe certification is a plus

Application & Company Information

Apply to Eurest today! Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA.

Learn more about the Compass story.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. This job posting is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable laws.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted continuously.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Shopping & Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft & Pet Insurance
• Commuter & Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or remote work, see paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1416664

Contact: Melverton Brown