EXECUTIVE CHEF

Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 per year CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions. Job Summary As Executive Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. Key Responsibilities Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines. Follow standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards; complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets; taste completed meals to ensure quality. Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards. Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas; ensure that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned. Maintain inventory of food and non‑food supplies to stay within established guidelines while ensuring necessary product is available when needed. Make all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within company guidelines for such products. Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third‑party audits. Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting. Participate and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications A.S. or equivalent experience. 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training. Extensive catering experience a plus. High‑volume, complex foodservice operations experience – highly desirable. Institutional and batch cooking experiences. Hands‑on chef experience a must. Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation. Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, e‑mail and the Internet. Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities. ServSafe certified – highly desirable. 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 Equal Opportunity Employer 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr