Chef - Dining Director - Cleveland, MS

Join A Team Where Culinary Excellence Meets Innovation

We're seeking a forward-thinking, hospitality-driven Chef / Dining Director to lead our corporate caf program. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate culinary leader to deliver exceptional dining experiences while driving operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong client-facing background with the ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships, along with creativity and culinary expertise to develop authentic, innovative menus that showcase diverse regional flavors and techniques, delivering exceptional dining experiences that exceed guest and client expectations.

What You'll Do

• Lead all aspects of the culinary and caf operation, delivering a seamless, elevated guest experience
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and receiving with precision and efficiency
• Create and execute seasonally inspired, chef-driven menus with a focus on quality and presentation
• Drive financial performance, managing food cost, purchasing, and P&L accountability
• Champion sustainability and responsible sourcing, with an emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients
• Design and execute innovative catering experiences for executive meetings and corporate events
• Inspire, mentor, and develop your team to consistently deliver best-in-class food and service

What You Bring

• 5+ years of culinary management experience in contract dining, fine dining, or high-volume upscale environments
• A talent for developing trusted client partnerships and delivering strategic, tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations
• Deep knowledge of culinary trends, workplace dining, and premium catering execution
• Proven success in cost control, inventory management, and operational leadership
• Experience with exhibition-style cooking and engaging guests through culinary storytelling
• Strong understanding of HACCP standards and food safety practices
• Experience managing P&L in a contract dining environment (preferred)
• ServSafe certification required

Why Join Us

Be part of a growing, dynamic culinary program where creativity is encouraged, quality is never compromised, and your leadership directly shapes the daily experience of a vibrant corporate community.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen 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.