EXECUTIVE CHEF- BOSTON, MA

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service, and our great results. With over 284,000 US associates, we work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more across all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding, creating new opportunities for innovation.

About the role

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As the Executive Chef, you will oversee 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.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
• Completes and utilizes 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
• Ensures kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring necessary product availability
• 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
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting
• Participates in and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs

Requirements

• 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
• Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified (highly desirable)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance / AD&D
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday time off (varies by site/state)
• Personal leave
• Associate shopping program
• Health and wellness programs
• Discount marketplace
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Pay

$100,000 - $110,000