Chef Manager

Borg Warner is a globally recognized automotive supplier specializing in innovative technologies for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles. As a company committed to advancing sustainable and efficient transportation solutions, Borg Warner operates with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and excellent customer service. Located at their Borg Warner facilities, the company fosters a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee well-being. Borg Warner offers competitive compensation and benefits designed to support their team members both professionally and personally.

The Chef Manager role at Borg Warner presents a full-time opportunity with a competitive annual salary ranging from $68,000 to $74,000. This critical position is responsible for culinary preparation, business development, and leadership within the assigned account. Reporting directly to Daniel Kahn, the Chef Manager will ensure that all culinary production and service are executed to meet the company's high standards while consistently satisfying customer needs.

This role involves leading the entire food service operation, including breakfast, lunch, and special events, within a Monday to Friday schedule from 6 am to 4 pm. As a working manager, the individual is expected to lead by example, supervising the quality of the final culinary products and managing the team responsible for their production. The Chef Manager will actively engage in menu development, incorporating current culinary trends, and ensuring the ongoing evolution of dishes that delight clients.

Key responsibilities include conducting daily line checks to maintain quality before every meal service, managing inventory and food supplies, overseeing food preparation and packaging practices, and implementing and updating Standard Operating Procedures to uphold consistency and excellence. The role also mandates strong leadership and team management capabilities, including staff selection, training, development, coaching, and performance evaluation. Effective communication and workforce optimization are crucial to ensure operational goals are consistently met.

In addition to operational oversight, the Chef Manager will focus on business development by building strong client relationships, driving exceptional client experiences, identifying new opportunities within accounts, and achieving financial targets. The role demands a results-oriented mindset, flexibility, resilience, and the ability to balance business requirements with client satisfaction.

Candidates must exhibit a passion for the culinary arts, have detailed knowledge of food preparation, ingredients, and flavor pairings, and demonstrate skill in scaling and leading teams at events. The ideal Chef Manager will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in culinary or hospitality or possess equivalent industry experience, with at least five years of culinary and event management experience, along with prior management background. Certification such as ServSafe Manager and Allergen is preferred or should be obtained through Borg Warner’s training program.

Borg Warner values individuals who demonstrate high energy levels, a positive attitude even under adversity, collaborative work styles, open and honest communication, and personal values that align with the company’s ethical standards and culture. The company is dedicated to supporting its employees through comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, flexible schedules, paid time off, retirement savings with company match, and continuous learning opportunities, underpinning the company’s commitment to fostering a rewarding and balanced career environment.