SR CHEF MANAGER - BURNSVILLE, MN

Senior Chef Manager

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

As a Senior Chef Manager, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations within the food service department. You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality culinary experience while ensuring operational excellence and financial performance for a corporate dining account.

In this role, you will lead the development of innovative menus, manage inventory and procurement, and maintain strict control over labor and food costs. You will also ensure compliance with all sanitation and safety standards.

As a people-focused leader, you will be responsible for building and developing a strong team, overseeing hiring, coaching, training, and ongoing performance management to drive engagement and success within your operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Five years progressive culinary management experience
• Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
• Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
• Must possess a passion for excellence
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
• P&L and financial reporting experience
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
• Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

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, and personal leave.

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.