SR. CHEF MANAGER (CORPORATE DINING) - FREDERICKSBURG, VA

Compass Group USA; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Pet insurance

Shopping discounts

Job summary

Sr. Chef Manager at Eurest (Compass Group USA) leads the dining program for a premier client site in Fredericksburg, VA.

This role blends culinary leadership with on-site dining engagement, guiding kitchen operations and menu development to deliver an exceptional experience for office workers and clients daily. You will oversee budgets, food cost, labor, inventory, and vendor relations, while mentoring a culinary team across café and catering operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary management experience.
• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent leadership experience.
• Experience supervising culinary teams and driving consistency in quality and service.
• Strong leadership with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop a team.
• Budgets, food cost, labor, and inventory management understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a culinary team in café and catering operations.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring health and safety standards, managing inventory and cost controls, and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Design menus with freedom to introduce new ideas and global flavors.
• Balance back-of-house culinary excellence with dining experience leadership on the floor.
• Build strong client and guest relationships by being present in the dining space.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and financial reporting (with Compass resources).
• Ensure quality, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership

Budgeting

Client engagement

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

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SR. CHEF MANAGER (CORPORATE DINING) - FREDERICKSBURG, VA

Position Title:SR. CHEF MANAGER (CORPORATE DINING) - FREDERICKSBURG, VA

Salary: $80000 - $90000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: 20% Bonus

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.

Join the Compass One Team and Grow with Us!

At Compass One, we embrace phenomenal leaders with a passion for food, beverage, hospitality excellence, and customer obsession. We strive to create a work environment where you can be challenged, impactful, and valued for your expertise. We are committed to providing learning pathways and personal growth while fostering a culture that supports and inspires each other. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our company culture, and top talent is the core of our success.

We offer unique opportunities for personal and professional growth, a competitive benefits package, and a fun and inclusive work environment where people feel valued.

If you aspire for growth and culinary excellence, come join our team!

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Sr. Chef Manager to lead the dining program at a premier client site in Fredericksburg, VA. This is a dual role where you’ll combine culinary leadership with dining experience engagement. You’ll not only guide the kitchen and menu but also play a visible role in the café, ensuring office workers and clients enjoy an exceptional dining experience every day.

As part of Eurest (Compass Group USA), you’ll join a network of 16,000 chefs and food professionals across the country. You’ll also have clear growth opportunities into Regional Chef and Director roles as we continue to expand.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and mentor a culinary team in both café and catering operations.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, managing inventory and cost controls, and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Design menus with the freedom to introduce new ideas and global flavors.
• Balance back-of-house culinary excellence with dining experience leadership on the floor.
• Build strong client and guest relationships by being present in the dining space.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and financial reporting (with the support of Compass resources).
• Ensure quality, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive culinary management experience (corporate dining, hotels, or catering).
• Culinary degree preferred — or equivalent leadership experience.
• Experience in supervising culinary teams, implementing process improvements, and driving consistency in quality and service.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop a team.
• Comfortable engaging with clients and guests directly while running operations.
• Solid understanding of budgets, food cost, labor, and inventory management.
• A passion for food and creating memorable dining experiences.

Why Join Us

• Extra perks: wellness programs, pet insurance, shopping discounts, and more.
• Career growth: opportunities to advance across Compass Group’s 28,000+ accounts nationwide.

Apply Today

Bring your culinary leadership and dining experience expertise to a high-profile client site and help shape the next chapter of corporate dining. Join Eurest and make an impact every day.

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.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.

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.