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EXECUTIVE CHEF I - San Francisco, CA

Compass Group, North America • San Francisco, CA 94103 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $85,000-$95,000/yr • Senior Level

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As an Executive Chef at Compass Group, you will oversee kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals according to corporate programs and guidelines, plan menus, train kitchen staff, and ensure compliance with health and sanitation regulations. This role requires a comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

Responsibilities

  • Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
  • Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
  • Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety, and sanitation
  • Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas
  • Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies
  • Utilize leftover food products within Company guidelines
  • Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations
  • Follow facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures
  • Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs

Qualifications

Required

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
  • Extensive catering experience
  • High volume, complex food service operations experience
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • Hands-on chef experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends
  • Experience with computers, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet
  • Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

Preferred

  • ServSafe certification

About Compass Group, North America

Compass Group North America is a leading foodservice and support services company catering to various industries and environments. They offer a wide range of products and services across their numerous subsidiary companies, focusing on delivering exceptional dining experiences with fresh, seasonal, and responsibly sourced ingredients. With a commitment to customer service and operational excellence, Compass Group continues to set high standards in the foodservice industry.

Full Job Description

Compass Corporate

Salary: $85,000-$95,000/ yr.

Other Forms of Compensation:

Pay Grade: 14

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

As an Executive Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals according to corporate programs and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Plan 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 the utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products

+ 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

Preferred 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 food service 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

+ Must be experienced with computers; including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet

+ Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

+ ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Compass Group today!

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance/ AD

+ Disability Insurance

+ Retirement Plan

+ Paid Time Off

+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

+ Associate Shopping Program

+ Health and Wellness Programs

+ Discount Marketplace

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Pet Insurance

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Req ID: 1343293

Compass Corporate

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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