Senior Chef Manager

Compass Group USA; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Eurest is seeking a Senior Chef Manager to lead all front- and back-of-house dining operations within our corporate dining program. You will drive menu innovation, manage purchasing and inventory, and maintain strong labor and food cost controls to achieve financial objectives.

You will develop and coach a diverse team, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are strictly followed while delivering an exceptional culinary experience for clients and employees.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years progressive culinary management experience.
• Proven ability to lead and coach diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead front- and back-of-house food service operations to deliver a high-performing dining program.
• Drive menu innovation and oversee inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Manage labor, food cost, and budgeting to meet business objectives.
• Develop team members through coaching, training and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to safety, sanitation and quality standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Cost control

Team leadership

Operations management

Education

Culinary arts degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

As a Senior Chef Manager, you will lead and oversee all front- and back-of-house food service operations, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused dining program. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional culinary experience while maintaining strong financial performance and operational excellence.

You will drive menu innovation, oversee inventory and purchasing, and manage labor and food cost controls to meet business objectives. Additionally, you will ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards while fostering a culture of quality and consistency.

As a key leader, you will manage and develop a diverse team, including recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management. Your ability to build strong teams, partner with stakeholders, and continuously elevate the dining experience will be critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Five years progressive culinary management experience
• Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
• Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
• Must possess a passion for excellence
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
• P&L and financial reporting experience
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
• Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

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

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.