Executive Chef - Adobe

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 / year Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations and leading scratch cooking for daily breakfast, lunch, and catering services in alignment with corporate programs, standards, and guidelines. This role manages a team of approximately 25 associates and operates on a Monday through Friday schedule from 6:00am to 3:30pm, including one week winter and summer shutdowns. Key Responsibilities: Plan and execute regular and modified menus for scratch prepared breakfast, lunch, and catering programs in accordance with established guidelines Lead, train, and manage a culinary team of approximately 25 associates, ensuring consistent execution of food preparation, equipment use, safety, and sanitation standards Oversee daily kitchen operations for breakfast, lunch, and catering services while maintaining quality, presentation, and production standards Establish and maintain cleaning, safety, and preventive maintenance schedules for all kitchen equipment, storage, and work areas Manage food and non food inventory to support daily service and catering needs while controlling costs and adhering to budget guidelines Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations and internal safety and sanitation procedures Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall foodservice operations Qualifications: Associate degree or equivalent professional culinary experience Three to five years of progressive culinary leadership or kitchen management experience Strong knowledge of scratch cooking, culinary and catering trends with an emphasis on quality, production, sanitation, cost control, and presentation Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and internet based systems Catering experience preferred Experience leading high volume, complex foodservice operations strongly preferred ServSafe certification preferred Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Bon Appetit 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) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1501363 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus