Senior Chef Manager

Position Title: Senior Chef Manager Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Job Summary Bring your culinary creativity and leadership to the iconic Guggenheim Museum. This role blends hands‑on culinary expertise with operational leadership, offering the opportunity to shape a high‑quality café and catering experience for guests from around the world. As Senior Chef Manager, you will guide both back‑of‑house and front‑of‑house operations, helping to create a welcoming environment while maintaining strong business performance. This is an opportunity to make an impact through food, hospitality, and team development. What You’ll Do Oversee daily culinary and café operations, including both kitchen and service areas Develop menus that reflect seasonality, quality, and guest preferences Monitor food, labor, and operational costs while maintaining high standards Lead purchasing, inventory management, and vendor coordination Support and coach team members through hiring, training, and ongoing development Foster a positive, inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration and growth Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards Participate in team meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives Manage financial reporting, including P&L oversight and budget tracking Partner with leadership on special projects and café enhancements What We’re Looking For Background in culinary arts or equivalent hands‑on experience Experience leading kitchen or café operations in a high‑volume or hospitality-driven environment Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP practices Experience with inventory, purchasing, and cost management Comfort working with financial reporting, budgets, and labor planning Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting Collaborative leadership style with a focus on mentorship and team growth Clear communication skills and a guest‑first mindset Familiarity with Microsoft Office and POS systems Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs and work in a dynamic kitchen environment ServSafe or Department of Health certification Experience in café, museum, or cultural institution environments Spanish language skills are required (professional or conversational proficiency) 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 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: Restaurant Associates maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr