Executive Chef

Executive Chef

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

As an Executive Chef, you will lead the culinary vision across multiple dining operations, creating exceptional food experiences while fostering an inclusive, high-performing team culture. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through menu innovation, operational excellence, and the development of culinary talent.

Supporting a dynamic multi-unit environment, you will oversee full scratch kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality, outstanding guest experiences, and strong financial performance. The successful candidate enjoys collaborating across teams, adapting to a fast-paced environment, and bringing creativity and leadership to every aspect of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across multiple units, ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus, daily features, and special event offerings utilizing fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Champion full scratch cooking techniques and culinary innovation while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop culinary team members to support engagement, retention, and professional growth.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards are consistently maintained.
• Manage food and labor costs through effective forecasting, purchasing, inventory management, and scheduling.
• Partner with operations leaders and clients to deliver exceptional guest experiences and achieve business objectives.
• Oversee production planning, recipe standardization, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Support special events, catering programs, and operational needs during evenings, weekends, and peak business periods.
• Foster a workplace culture centered on teamwork, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Experience leading culinary operations in a high-volume, multi-unit foodservice, hospitality, restaurant, or corporate dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of full scratch cooking, menu development, and culinary trends.
• Demonstrated success managing food, labor, and operating costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to inspire, develop, and retain diverse culinary teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and HACCP principles.
• Flexibility to support operational needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through food and hospitality.
• Culinary degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and professional culinary experience preferred.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)