EXECUTIVE CHEF III

Job Description

Job Description

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Salary:  $80,000 - $90,000

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At over 300 college & universities around the country,  Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. 

Job Summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking an energetic, innovative, and people-focused Retail Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple high-volume retail dining venues at Purchase College. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring large teams, and has a passion for creating memorable dining experiences for a diverse campus community.

In this key leadership role, you will oversee culinary operations for several retail locations, catering initiatives, and an engaging after-school youth program, while driving food quality, team development, menu innovation, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Lead all culinary operations across multiple retail dining outlets and food concepts
• Manage and develop a large, diverse culinary team, including chefs, cooks, supervisors, and support staff
• Create exciting, trend-forward menus that reflect student preferences and emerging culinary trends
  Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and guest satisfaction
• Partner with operations leadership to drive financial performance, labor productivity, and food cost management
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Oversee culinary programming and food production for a vibrant after-school youth program
• Support campus events, promotions, and catering initiatives
• Train, mentor, and inspire future culinary talent through coaching and professional development
• Foster a culture centered on teamwork, creativity, accountability, and service excellence

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience managing high-volume retail or multi-unit culinary operations
• Strong experience leading, coaching, and developing large culinary teams
• Passion for menu development, food trends, and customer engagement
• Ability to balance culinary creativity with operational and financial discipline
• Experience in higher education, hospitality, restaurant, entertainment, or multi-concept foodservice environments preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards

Why Join Purchase College?

• Opportunity to influence a growing and highly visible campus dining program
• Lead culinary operations across multiple unique dining concepts
• Work with a collaborative leadership team committed to innovation
• Make a meaningful impact on student dining experiences and community engagement
• Develop future culinary professionals while advancing your own career
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities within Compass Group and Chartwells Higher Education

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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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. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed   are 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Req ID: 1588596

Chartwells HE 

KRISTINA MCCARTHY 

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