
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $62,000.00 - $67,000.00
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
Canteen is a renowned corporate dining and catering company dedicated to enhancing the workplace experience by combining food, service, and industry-leading technology. As a member of Compass Group USA, Canteen provides a wide range of foodservice solutions including markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary services. The organization focuses on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for its employees, emphasizing growth, opportunity, and excellence. Canteen is committed to promoting work-life balance by offering a standard Monday through Friday schedule, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement. The company supports diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring fair treatment for all applicants and associates regardless of race, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classifications. Through their dedication to innovation and customer service, Canteen continues to transform the corporate dining industry with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
The role of Executive Chef at Canteen is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and delivering exceptional corporate dining and catering experiences. This role involves managing all aspects of the culinary process, from planning menus and adhering to standardized recipes to training kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The Executive Chef will lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced, service-driven environment, ensuring that every meal meets the highest standards of quality, presentation, and food safety. Candidates in this role must be entrepreneurial with hands-on chef experience and a strong understanding of food trends, catering techniques, and cost control measures. The position offers a competitive salary range of $62,000 to $67,000 per year, with an additional yearly bonus opportunity, reflecting the company’s commitment to rewarding excellence. Joining Canteen means becoming part of a team that values passion, collaboration, and continuous professional development, with numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and wellness programs. This role is ideal for culinary professionals who thrive on innovation, leadership, and the chance to grow within a leading foodservice company.
The role of Executive Chef at Canteen is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and delivering exceptional corporate dining and catering experiences. This role involves managing all aspects of the culinary process, from planning menus and adhering to standardized recipes to training kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The Executive Chef will lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced, service-driven environment, ensuring that every meal meets the highest standards of quality, presentation, and food safety. Candidates in this role must be entrepreneurial with hands-on chef experience and a strong understanding of food trends, catering techniques, and cost control measures. The position offers a competitive salary range of $62,000 to $67,000 per year, with an additional yearly bonus opportunity, reflecting the company’s commitment to rewarding excellence. Joining Canteen means becoming part of a team that values passion, collaboration, and continuous professional development, with numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and wellness programs. This role is ideal for culinary professionals who thrive on innovation, leadership, and the chance to grow within a leading foodservice company.
Job Requirements
- Education to the associate degree level or equivalent experience
- three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
- hands-on experience as a chef
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- ability to use computer applications including Microsoft Office
- ability to manage inventory and food cost controls
- strong leadership and communication skills
- ability to comply with health, safety, and sanitation policies
- flexibility to work Monday through Friday
- commitment to teamwork and customer service
Job Qualifications
- A.S. or equivalent experience
- minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience depending upon formal degree or training
- extensive catering experience preferred
- experience in high volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable
- knowledge of institutional and batch cooking
- hands-on chef experience required
- comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and internet
- ServSafe certification highly desirable
Job Duties
- Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
- follow standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards
- complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets
- taste completed meals to ensure quality
- train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards
- establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
- maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies within established guidelines
- make decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within company guidelines
- comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations
- follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures
- participate and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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