Senior Chef Manager

Eurest USA; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Eurest USA is seeking a Senior Chef Manager in Irvine, California, to lead front- and back-of-house food service operations and deliver an exceptional culinary experience. You will oversee all food service aspects while ensuring financial performance and compliance with food safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience, along with five years in culinary management. You will be responsible for training and developing a diverse team, driving menu innovation, and maintaining high operational standards.

Qualifications

• Five years progressive culinary management experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP controls and food handling principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Manage all front- and back-of-house food service operations.
• Drive menu innovation and oversee inventory controls.
• Recruit, train, coach, and manage team performance.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Financial and P&L management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $95,000

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.

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

• Carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Participating in employee meetings and training programs
• Conducting safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
• Maintaining food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintaining an active role in managing team developments
• Managing purchasing and inventory controls
• Performing related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts 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 motivates 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
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• 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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• 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
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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 for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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.