CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF - SANTA CLARA

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

holiday time off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Personal Leave

Job Description

Eurest is the leading provider in business and industry dining, recognized for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to employees of the nation’s largest and most prestigious companies across every state and industry. As part of the Compass Group USA, Eurest embraces innovation, growth, and high performance. The company prides itself on its enthusiastic and quality-driven teams who are committed to consistently delivering unparalleled results in diverse and exciting locations. Joining Eurest means becoming part of a professional, dynamic organization that values career growth and offers limitless opportunities for culinary and hospitality professionals.

The Catering Executive Chef at Eurest is a pivotal leadership role within a corporate Executive Briefing Center environment. This position is designed for a passionate, energetic, and entrepreneurial culinary leader who thrives on innovation and delivering memorable guest experiences. The successful candidate will lead high-end culinary and catering operations for executive meetings, VIP events, conferences, and special functions. Operating on a Monday to Friday schedule, this role supports a strong work-life balance while providing an opportunity to showcase culinary expertise in a sophisticated, corporate setting.

The Catering Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering production and execution, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, safety, and hospitality. The role involves developing innovative menus aligned with client expectations and seasonal trends, managing catering logistics and staffing, collaborating with clients and event planners, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. This leader is not only hands-on in food preparation but also mentors and develops culinary team members, champions operational efficiency, manages food and labor costs, and fosters continuous improvement initiatives.

Eurest’s commitment to excellence extends to supporting its employees with comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries ranging from $95,000 to $105,000 annually, and opportunities for professional development. If you are a skilled chef with leadership experience in high-end catering and corporate dining seeking a fulfilling career with growth potential, Eurest invites you to apply today and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and exceptional service.

Job Requirements

Associate's degree in culinary arts or related field
Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in catering or related operations
Proven experience managing high-end and complex catering programs
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hospitality regulations
Excellent leadership and team development skills
Ability to manage budgets, inventories, and purchasing
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and catering/event management software
ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification
Capacity to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

Associate's degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education and professional culinary experience
5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience including catering and event operations
Extensive experience leading high-end catering, VIP dining, executive events, conference services, or hospitality operations
Experience with Asian cuisine and Asian-inspired culinary programs preferred
Proven experience managing large-scale and complex catering programs with multiple events and service styles
Strong knowledge of menu development, event planning, food production, labor management, and cost control
Experience in corporate dining, luxury hospitality, hotels, convention centers, or executive briefing environments preferred
Hands-on chef with the ability to lead teams while actively participating in food production and event execution
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and client relationship management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, quality assurance, sanitation practices, and food safety standards
Experience managing budgets, inventories, purchasing, and vendor relationships
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and catering/event management systems
ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification highly preferred

Job Duties

Lead and execute premium catering programs for executive meetings, VIP events, conferences, and special functions
Develop innovative menus and catering offerings that align with client expectations, event requirements, and seasonal trends
Oversee all food production, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, presentation, and adherence to company standards
Manage catering logistics, including event planning, staffing, production schedules, transportation, setup, and service execution
Collaborate with clients, event planners, and hospitality teams to create customized culinary experiences
Complete and utilize daily production worksheets, event forecasts, and waste logs while monitoring food costs and operational efficiency
Train, mentor, and develop culinary team members in food preparation, presentation, safe food handling, sanitation, and catering best practices