EXECUTIVE CHEF - SANTA CLARA, CA

Executive Chef

Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced corporate dining environment? We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations for a premier Business & Industry account. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality, managing kitchen operations, developing team talent, and creating innovative dining experiences for clients and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all culinary functions for the account
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of culinary associates
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Control food, labor, and operational costs to meet budget expectations
• Plan, develop, and execute creative, seasonal, and client-focused menus
• Manage purchasing, ordering, and inventory controls
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction
• Partner with marketing and culinary leadership teams to launch new dining concepts and programs
• Support and execute high-volume catering and special events as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred
• 3-5 years of culinary management experience
• Proven experience in high-volume food production and catering operations
• Strong understanding of budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, and cost controls
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop culinary teams
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and client relationship skills
• Passion for innovation and a desire to grow with a leading foodservice organization

Apply to Eurest today!

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 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, paid parental leave, personal leave.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.