Regional Chef

Compass Group USA is a leading foodservice and support services company recognized for its exceptional employees, outstanding service, and impressive results. With a vast network of over 284,000 associates across all 50 states, Compass Group operates award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more. The company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the foodservice industry has positioned it as a pioneer in delivering unparalleled dining experiences. Compass Group prides itself on fostering a culture of growth, creativity, and respect, where every individual is valued for their contribution to the company’s ongoing success and legacy. The corporation encourages the development and attraction of expertise that differentiates it in the market, consistently raising the bar for quality and service.

The role of the Regional Chef at Compass Group USA offers a dynamic opportunity to be part of a mission that extends beyond food preparation. This position focuses on honoring and serving those who dedicate their lives to protecting the country by delivering exceptional and meaningful dining experiences. As a Regional Chef, you will collaborate closely with leadership teams to plan, implement, and support new food concepts and programs within a specified territory. Your responsibilities include researching, testing, developing, documenting, training, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting innovative dishes and food programs to meet culinary excellence standards.

This role is pivotal in new facility design and rollout, menu creation, cost reduction, and maintaining culinary standards. The Regional Chef serves as a key resource in orienting new chefs to core culinary standards and established food programs, ensuring consistency and quality across all accounts in the territory. You will play a crucial role in supporting new account openings or renovations and providing culinary leadership, training, coaching, and development for culinary personnel. The position demands effective communication with corporate executive chefs, regional directors of operations, and unit-level chefs, as well as strict adherence to company policies and procedures.

The opportunity involves significant travel, up to 60%, requiring you to be adaptable and experienced in regulatory food preparation environments. Preferred qualifications include a Culinary Arts Degree from a recognized culinary school or equivalent experience, five years of progressive food service production management experience, multi-unit experience, Serv-Safe Certification, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Webtrition Software. Certification as an Executive Chef is considered an advantage.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $138,000 to $140,000 and is eligible for an employee referral bonus. Compass Group USA is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and values diversity in its workforce. The company provides comprehensive benefits that support well-being, professional development, and work-life balance, making it an excellent employer for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact. Join Compass Group and contribute to serving those who serve the nation with pride, excellence, and purpose.