EXECUTIVE CHEF I - CHANDLER, AZ

Other Forms of Compensation: 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 employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies 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 in delivering world‑class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms, with on‑site catering through vending innovations and more. Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year. Pay Grade: 14. Job Summary Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing 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 Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines. Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards, and completes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality. Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards. Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas, ensuring staff complete schedules as assigned. Maintains inventory of food and non‑food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring necessary products are available when needed. Makes decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products within company guidelines. Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through audits. Follows facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting. Participates and attends 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 upon formal degree or training. Extensive catering experience a plus. High‑volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable. Institutional and batch cooking experience. 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. Must be experienced with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Outlook, e‑mail and the Internet. Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs and 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 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 performed remotely, paid time‑off benefit information is available online. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experiences 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 responsibilities, skills, or requirements. The company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions as needed. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Eurest maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eurest USA