EXECUTIVE CHEF

Redlands, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid parental leave

holiday time off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Compass Group USA is the leading foodservice and support services company in the United States, recognized for its commitment to excellence through its great people, great service, and great results. With a vast network of over 284,000 associates working across award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states, Compass Group continually expands its influence to innovate and shape the foodservice industry. As a company rooted in a family of brands, Compass Group fosters a collaborative environment where every individual contributes to the company’s growth, culture, and success. The company embraces diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, encouraging professional development, and maintaining a drug-free workplace. If you are passionate about foodservice and aspire to join a dynamic, innovative team, Compass Group offers exceptional opportunities to advance your culinary career.

The Executive Chef role at Compass Group is an exciting and entrepreneurial opportunity designed for an energetic culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. This position holds significant responsibility for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and productive work environment for all kitchen staff. The Executive Chef will plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, supervise food preparation to ensure quality and consistency, and uphold rigorous food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position requires hands-on chef expertise, including executing standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation standards. Moreover, the Executive Chef will be responsible for training kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling practices, and equipment operation, as well as managing inventory and maintaining cleaning schedules to ensure operational excellence. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 with bonus potential up to 15%, along with comprehensive benefits. The position is ideal for individuals with progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, a thorough knowledge of food cost controls, production processes, and a passion for delivering high-quality dining experiences. This role not only involves leadership but also a commitment to continual staff development, participation in client satisfaction programs, and adherence to company safety policies. Join Compass Group and contribute to a legacy of culinary excellence and innovation within a supportive, forward-thinking corporate environment.

Job Requirements

Education in culinary arts or equivalent experience
minimum 5 years of culinary and kitchen management experience
hands-on chef experience
knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
computer literacy including Microsoft Office
ability to train and lead kitchen staff
willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs
ServSafe certification preferred

Job Qualifications

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 experiences
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
experienced with computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
ServSafe certified highly desirable

Job Duties

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 that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within company guidelines
complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
follows facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate