Chef De Cuisine

Chef De Cuisine-Austin, TxSalary: $65,000-$70,000/annuallyAs 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 SummaryWe are seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary leadership team within a corporate dining operation that delivers a true restaurant experience. This role is ideal for a hands-on culinary professional with strong kitchen management experience, a team-first approach, and a passion for developing people, food, and systems.This position is more than a station leadit's a leadership role with growth potential. The right candidate will play a key role in elevating food quality, service, hospitality, and catering while helping guide a collaborative and respectful kitchen culture.What You'll DoCulinary Leadership & OperationsSupport and execute daily culinary production under the direction of the Executive ChefServe as the culinary department lead in the absence of the Executive ChefWork confidently across all kitchen stations in a high-volume environmentEnsure consistent execution, food quality, and presentation across service and cateringMenu Development & InnovationAssist heavily with menu development, keeping modern trends and techniques in mindContribute ideas that elevate food quality, creativity, and guest experienceTraining & Team DevelopmentTrain, mentor, and develop team members at all skill levelsFoster a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, patience, and accountabilityLead with approachability and positivitythis role requires strong people skillsKitchen Management & ControlsAssist with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and food cost controlAdhere to HACCP and food safety standards to ensure safe, sanitary operationsSupport hiring, coaching, counseling, and performance developmentWhat We're Looking ForA team-focused leader with low ego and a strong sense of accountabilityA calm, flexible, solution-oriented mindsetour clients keep things dynamicSomeone who enjoys teaching, sharing knowledge, and growing othersAbility to stay composed and positive under pressureSome Spanish language competency preferredA desire to grow with the company and potentially lead a unit in the futurePreferred QualificationsA.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate (preferred, not required)25+ years of culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on trainingCatering experience and/or high-volume production experienceKnowledge of current food and catering trendsExperience with batch cooking or banquet-style serviceStrong understanding of sanitation, food safety, and food cost controlsServSafe Certification (required or ability to obtain)Apply to Eurest today!