EXECUTIVE CHEF-Residential Dining - Emory University

Executive Chef-Residential Dining - Emory University

Salary: 85000 - 95000 / yearly

Our passion is food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

As the Residential Dining Executive Chef at Emory University, you will lead the culinary vision and daily operations for a dynamic campus dining program in the resident dining hall. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality for the residential dining location while fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence. You will oversee a team of culinary professionals, ensure the highest standards of food safety and sanitation, and partner with campus leadership to create memorable dining experiences for students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction for all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Develop seasonal menus and innovative recipes that reflect current culinary trends while meeting the diverse dietary needs of the Emory community.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team through training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Oversee high-volume food production and catering operations, ensuring efficient execution and outstanding guest satisfaction.
• Manage food, labor, and operating costs through effective purchasing, inventory management, forecasting, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
• Partner with dining leadership, marketing, and nutrition teams to introduce new menu concepts, culinary events, and campus dining initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers while ensuring product quality and cost effectiveness.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative kitchen culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• Five or more years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume foodservice environment.
• Experience overseeing large-scale production in higher education, healthcare, hospitality, corporate dining, or a similarly complex operation.
• Strong background in catering, special events, and multiple dining concepts.
• Demonstrated success managing food and labor costs, purchasing, inventory, and budgeting.
• Thorough knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain culinary talent while building an engaged team culture.
• Passion for culinary innovation, exceptional guest experiences, and continuous professional growth.

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)
• 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1560291

Bon Appetit

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