SR. CHEF MANAGER - WALTHAM, MA

Eurest USA; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Eurest USA is seeking a Senior Chef Manager in Waltham, MA for overseeing culinary operations. In this role, you'll ensure quality in food services while managing menu development, inventory, financial reporting, and staff training.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Culinary Arts (or equivalent experience) and five years of culinary management. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive culinary management experience.
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, and inventory controls.
• Self-starter with strong multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee back and front of house operations.
• Conduct safety and sanitation programs.
• Manage food cost while ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership skills

P&L and financial reporting

HACCP knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Position Title

SR. CHEF MANAGER - WALTHAM, MA

Salary

$80,000 - $85,000

Job Summary

Working as the Chef Manager Senior you will be responsible for back and front of house operations for the food service departments. You will maintain a quality culinary program and process all financial reporting. Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Participate in employee meetings and training programs
• Conduct safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
• Maintain food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintain an active role in managing team developments
• Manage purchasing and inventory controls
• Perform 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
• 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

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.