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EXECUTIVE CHEF II - TAMPA, FL

Compass Group, North America • Tampa, FL 33603 • Posted 16 days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $70,000-$75,000/yr • Senior Level

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As the Executive Chef II at Eurest, you will oversee kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will be responsible for preparing or directing the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines, training kitchen staff, and ensuring compliance with health and sanitation regulations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation
  • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
  • Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies
  • Utilizes leftover food products within Company guidelines
  • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations
  • Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures
  • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
  • Hands-on chef experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends
  • Experience with computers, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

Preferred

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • Extensive catering experience
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • 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

Eurest

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF II - TAMPA, FL

Pay Grade: 13

Reports To: Director of Dining Services

Salary: $70,000-$75,000/yr.

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities:

+ 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 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

+ Minimum of three to five 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

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

+ ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Eurest today!

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest 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)