Executive Chef - Saxtons River, Vermont

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:  $75000 - $85000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: N/A 

A family of companies and experiences

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!

great people. great services. great results.

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 the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for leading all culinary operations within a high-volume dining environment. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong commitment to food quality, safety, innovation, and service excellence. You will oversee a team of culinary associates, manage kitchen operations, and collaborate with key stakeholders to deliver an exceptional dining experience that meets the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all culinary functions including menu planning, food preparation, recipe development, and service execution.
• Manage food and labor costs; maintain budget compliance and implement cost-control strategies.
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies; oversee vendor relationships and maintain accurate inventory.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols; uphold HACCP standards.
• Recruit, train, and mentor culinary team members, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with marketing and culinary teams to launch seasonal menus and promotional programs.
• Support special events and catering functions, ensuring high-quality food and flawless execution.
• Oversee back-of-house operations to ensure cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Partner with operational leadership on associate performance management, including the preparation and delivery of annual performance evaluations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive culinary management experience, preferably in high-volume foodservice, hospitality, catering, or contract dining environments.
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in scratch cooking, menu innovation, and team development.
• Passion for food quality, safety, and creating exceptional dining experiences for guests.
• Proficiency with kitchen operations software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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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. 

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• 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)

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: 1579163

Compass Corporate 

STEPHANIE FREER 

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