Catering Executive Chef

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Location:

Mountain View, CA. Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 annually.

Job Summary

To support our growth, we’re looking for an Executive Chef to join our catering team with Bon Appetit! The Executive Chef is the culinary leader for our entire catering culinary experience. You will be responsible for the quality and innovation of our catering menus and oversee all daily operational and administrative tasks, from financial management to safety, ensuring culinary and operational excellence for every event.

Collaborating with the Campus Executive Chef and key stakeholders, you will leverage your culinary and operational expertise to uphold our high food standards, enhance the user experience, and promote the food program’s vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a high-impact catering program aligned with brand standards.
• Manage workplace and food safety, including allergen management and large-scale production schedules for events.
• Design, manage, and own the overall catering experience, not just the menu offerings.
• Exhibit a versatile skill set across a broad range of cooking methods.
• Have a passion for quality food preparation and taste, and an innate understanding of how to maintain quality from the kitchen to the event site.
• Ensure meticulous adherence to all menu specifications, production and prep guidelines.
• Set an expectation of hospitality that is friendly, engaging, and professional at all event touchpoints.
• Develop, mentor, and elevate a high-achieving team culture rooted in excellence.
• Drive financial performance and accountability, adhering to budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure that all products and ingredients used are purchased following sector and food program purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Culinary Institute preferred but not required.
• Deep knowledge of food and workplace safety protocols and compliance.
• Minimum 2‑4 years Chef de Cuisine / Catering leadership experience.
• Proven experience in managing catering operations and logistics.
• Strong passion for great food and hospitality.
• Ability to manage budget, inventory and ordering.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in computer and technical skills, with a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Managing in a union environment is a plus.
• Serv Safe Certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Full-time and part-time positions offer a comprehensive benefits package including Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program).
• Full-time positions also include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug‑free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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.