REGIONAL INNOVATION CHEF

Compass Group USA; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Regional Innovation Chef to partner with leadership in planning, implementing and supporting new food concepts within a territory.

The role includes research, testing, documenting, training, implementing, monitoring and adjusting new dishes and programs, plus contributing to facility design, menu creation and culinary standards.

Qualifications

• Requires culinary leadership experience and strong people management skills.
• 5+ years of progressive food service production management experience.
• 5+ years of Halal culinary operations and authentic Arabic cuisine experience.

Responsibilities

• Orientates new Chefs within Core Culinary Standards and established programs.
• Maintains Culinary Programs and Standards across the territory.
• Supports new account openings and renovations within the territory.
• Provides Culinary Leadership to Chefs within the territory.
• Assists with training, coaching, and development of Culinary personnel.
• Completes required reports and Core Culinary Reviews timely.

Skills

Leadership

Training & Development

Team Coaching

Communication

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Webtrition Software

Job description

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As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Working as the Regional Innovation Chef you will work with leadership team in planning, implementing and supporting new food concepts or programs within a respective territory. You will be responsible for the research, testing, development, documenting, training, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and making necessary adjustments to innovative new dishes, concepts and/or food programs. This position will play a key role in new facility design and roll out, menu creation, cost reduction, establishing and maintaining culinary standards and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Orientates new Chefs within their respective Core Culinary Standards, and established food programs.
• Maintains all Culinary Programs and Standards in their home account to the level of Culinary Center for Excellence.
• Provides support for new account openings and or renovations within the territory.
• Provides Culinary Leadership to Chefs within the respective Territory.
• Assists with training, coaching, and development of Culinary personnel within assigned territory.
• Completes all required reports, logs, and Core Culinary Reviews in a timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with Corporate Executive Chef, Regional Director of Operations, and unit level Chefs via email, conference calls, etc.
• Reads and complies with all policies and procedures ofthe Company as appropriate.
• Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of quality and service at all points of contact.
• Is comfortable and familiar preparing food in a regulatory environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary Arts Degreefrom a recognized Culinary school (i.e. CIA, Johnson and Wales) or equivalent experience
• Five+ years of progressive food service production management experience
• 5+ years of experience in Halal culinary operations and authentic Arabic cuisine
• High-end restaurant and/or airport lounge experience a huge plus!
• Serv-Safe Certification
• Must be computer literate able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Webtrition Software packages
• This position will require 75% travel to Jamaica NY, Boston MA, Los Angeles CA, and San Francisco CA

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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.