REGIONAL CHEF (NATIONAL ACCOUNTS)

Position Title: Regional Chef (National Accounts) Salary: $110000 - $125000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: 30% Bonus Opportunity 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—across every state and industry—through corporate cafes, executive dining rooms, on‑site catering, vending innovations, and more. Job Summary As a Regional Chef supporting national accounts within the Eurest sector you are responsible for working with the leadership team in planning, implementing and supporting new food concepts or programs. This includes research, testing, development, documentation, training, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and adjusting innovative new dishes, concepts and/or food programs. The role plays a key part in new facility design and roll‑out, menu creation, cost reduction, and establishing and maintaining culinary standards. The ideal candidate has experience in large‑volume culinary environments—such as major hotels, banquet operations, conference centers or multi‑unit foodservice organizations—and is skilled in culinary training, development, and coaching, with the ability to scale recipes, production and standards across diverse locations. Preferred locations: Cincinnati, OH or Dallas, TX Key Responsibilities Orientate new chefs within their respective core culinary standards and established food programs. Maintain all culinary programs and standards in their home account to the level of the Culinary Center for Excellence. Provide support for new account openings and or renovations within the territory. Provide culinary leadership to chefs within the respective territory. Assist with training, coaching, and development of culinary personnel within the assigned territory. Complete all required reports, logs, and core culinary reviews in a timely manner. Communicate effectively with Corporate Executive Chef, Regional Director of Operations, and unit level chefs via email, conference calls, etc. Read and comply with all policies and procedures of the company as appropriate. Project and practice consistent ownership attributes that provide a high level of quality and service at all points of contact. Be comfortable and familiar with preparing food in a regulatory environment. Preferred Qualifications Culinary Arts Degree from a recognized culinary school (e.g., CIA, Johnson & Wales) or equivalent experience. Five years of progressive food‑service production management experience. Previous multi‑unit experience preferred. Serv‑Safe certification. Computers proficient; able to use Microsoft Office Suite and Webtrition software packages. Position requires 75% travel. Certified Executive Chef is an added plus. 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 Eurest maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants are eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal Opportunity Statement 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 posting is not 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 Compass Group, North America