Executive Chef - Cleveland Museum of Art

Executive Chef - Cleveland Museum of Art

We're seeking a dynamic and driven Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for the Cleveland Museum of Art. This role is ideal for an energetic, entrepreneurial professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about food quality, team development, and operational excellence.

As Executive Chef, you'll oversee all aspects of kitchen operations while ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient workplace. You'll lead menu planning, food preparation, and staff training in alignment with company standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute regular and specialized menus in accordance with established guidelines
• Ensure adherence to standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
• Complete and manage daily production worksheets and waste logs; regularly taste and evaluate food quality
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on food preparation, equipment use, safety protocols, and sanitation standards
• Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment and workspaces
• Monitor and manage inventory levels of food and supplies to meet operational needs while controlling costs
• Oversee proper utilization of leftover food products within company guidelines
• Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations
• Enforce company and departmental safety policies, including incident reporting
• Participate in team meetings, training programs, and ongoing professional development initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree (A.S.) in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
• Hands-on chef experience in high-volume, complex foodservice environments
• Strong background in catering and large-scale or batch cooking operations
• Deep knowledge of current food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, cost control, sanitation, and presentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and general computer systems
• ServSafe certification (strongly preferred)
• Willingness to engage in client satisfaction and engagement initiatives

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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic 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)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• 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 to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.