STATEWIDE EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICES - EASTERN RHODE ISLAND

AECOM; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in K-12 food services seeks an Executive Chef II to oversee culinary operations in Eastern Rhode Island. This role focuses on maintaining high culinary standards, enhancing student dining experiences, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background and leadership experience in institutional settings.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

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

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food quality and menu execution.
• Business-minded with a focus on operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Champion culinary standards across multiple school sites.
• Oversee food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards.
• Lead culinary training and development for kitchen teams.

Skills

Scratch cooking

Food cost controls

High-volume service

Kitchen leadership

Education

A.S. in Culinary Arts

Job description

Chartwells K12

Position Title: STATEWIDE EXECUTIVE CHEF II - K12 FOOD SERVICES - EASTERN RHODE ISLAND

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary

Chartwells K12 is seeking an Executive Chef II to lead culinary operations across K-12 schools in Eastern Rhode Island. This role ensures our food culture, brand standards, and scratch-cooking philosophy are upheld across all locations while supporting business goals and boosting student participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion Chartwells K12's culinary standards and brand across multiple school sites

• Support and improve scratch cooking practices, food quality, and menu execution

• Coach teams to enhance kitchen operations and student dining experiences

• Oversee food safety, sanitation, inventory, and compliance standards

• Lead culinary training, development, and operational consistency

Qualifications:

• A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

• 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen leadership, preferably in large-scale or institutional settings

• Strong knowledge of scratch cooking, food cost controls, and high-volume service

• Business-minded with a focus on driving participation and operational improvements

• ServSafe certification preferred

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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.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Chartwells K-12are offered many fantastic 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 for paid time off benefits information.