{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b5fb3d66b9d5aacf4860de7b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b5fb3d66b9d5aacf4860de7b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b5fb3d66b9d5aacf4860de7b","title":"EXECUTIVE CHEF - LAUREL, MD","description":"Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF - LAUREL, MD\n\nSalary: $80,000 - $95,000\n\nJob Summary\nWorking 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPlans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines\n\nFollows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality\n\nTrains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards\n\nEstablishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned\n\nMaintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed\n\nMakes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products\n\nComplies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits\n\nFollows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting\n\nParticipates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nA.S. or equivalent experience\n\n5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training\n\nExtensive catering experience a plus\n\nHigh volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable\n\nInstitutional and batch cooking experiences\n\nHands‑on chef experience a must\n\nComprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation\n\nMust be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E‑mail and the Internet\n\nMust be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities\n\nServSafe certified - highly desirable\n\nBenefits\n\nMedical\n\nDental\n\nVision\n\nLife Insurance/ AD\n\nDisability Insurance\n\nRetirement Plan\n\nPaid Time Off\n\nHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)\n\nAssociate Shopping Program\n\nHealth and Wellness Programs\n\nDiscount Marketplace\n\nIdentity Theft Protection\n\nPet Insurance\n\nCommuter Benefits\n\nEmployee Assistance Program\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\nPersonal Leave\n\nCompass 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.\n\nQualified 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.\n\nEurest maintains a drug‑free workplace.\n\nApplications are accepted on an ongoing basis.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Eurest","rawCompany":"eurest","city":"Laurel","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-07T07:05:01.609Z","occupations":[{"code":"35-1011.00","title":"Chefs and Head Cooks","slug":"chefs-and-head-cooks"},{"code":"35-1012.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-food-preparation-and-serving-workers"},{"code":"11-9051.00","title":"Food Service Managers","slug":"food-service-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"722511","title":"Full-Service Restaurants","slug":"full-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722310","title":"Food Service Contractors","slug":"food-service-contractors"},{"code":"722513","title":"Limited-Service Restaurants","slug":"limited-service-restaurants"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"EXECUTIVE CHEF - LAUREL, MD","description":"Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF - LAUREL, MD\n\nSalary: $80,000 - $95,000\n\nJob Summary\nWorking as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. 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