Senior Executive Chef — Luxury Corporate Dining Leader

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Senior Executive Chef based in New York City to lead high-end culinary programs for our prestigious corporate clients. This role requires directing a culinary team, shaping menus, and ensuring flawless execution across complex catering events.

You will mentor staff, maintain top-tier standards, and collaborate with clients and leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a demanding, luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership in high-end dining or premium corporate catering.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead elevated, restaurant-caliber dining across corporate accounts.
• Develop seasonally driven, health-forward menus for a professional environment.
• Oversee boardroom and high-touch catering with precise execution.
• Mentor and develop a culinary team to uphold standards and culture.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and cost controls with discipline.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Executive catering

Client-facing communication

Mentoring teams

Menu development

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts / Hospitality / Food Service Management or related

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a Senior Executive Chef based in New York City to lead high-end culinary programs for our prestigious corporate clients. This role requires directing a culinary team, shaping menus, and ensuring flawless execution across complex catering events.

You will mentor staff, maintain top-tier standards, and collaborate with clients and leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a demanding, luxury environment.