Executive Chef
Compass GroupAbout the role
Position Title: Executive Chef
Pay 15
Reports To: Supervising Chef
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !
Job Summary
Are you ready to lead a culinary team that thrives on collaboration and teamwork? We're searching for an Executive Chef who excels in fostering a cooperative environment and driving collective success. This role is your chance to inspire culinary innovation, create unforgettable dining experiences, and make a meaningful impact together with your team. If you're passionate about elevating your culinary career and transforming our kitchen through teamwork, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate all culinary operations and ensure the highest standards of quality and presentation
- Develop and implement diverse, enticing menus that delight our guests
- Lead and mentor a team of culinary professionals, encouraging a culture of excellence and creativity
- Manage cost controls and expenditures to ensure financial success
- Coordinate and complete high-quality catering events
- Collaborate with marketing and culinary teams to roll out new programs and initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
- A.S. degree or equivalent experience
- Extensive culinary/kitchen management experience, with a preference for those with high-volume and catering experience
- Proven track record in complex foodservice operations
- Comprehensive understanding of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and the Internet
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Willingness to participate in client happiness programs and activities
- ServSafe certification is highly desirable
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
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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.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disabi
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