Executive Chef, Sr

Salary: $110,000 - $115,000

Other Compensation: Bonus Eligible

Chartwells Higher Education is re‑inventing the on‑campus dining experience by investing in high‑tech, food‑infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions.

Job Summary: Working as a Senior Executive Chef will allow you the opportunity to lead culinary operations in all areas of a unit, ensuring on‑trend, efficient, safe, and sanitary food production. You will be responsible for menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls, and staff management and development.

• Develop high culinary standards for retail, board meals, dining, and catering operations.
• Train, develop, and provide inspirational leadership to the local culinary team.
• Lead corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness, and high‑quality culinary arts on campus.
• Analyze ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devise and lead improvements.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of daily menu items and be able to explain them to customers accurately.

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field preferred.
• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
• Experience planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective.
• Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends focused on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email, and the Internet).
• Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer, and associate.
• Serv Safe® Certification.

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA.

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.

• 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.

Req : 1487587