Executive CHEF - Education Food Service - Tucson, AZ

Position: EXECUTIVE CHEF - Education Food Service - Tucson, AZ
Compass Corporate

** Salary:  $70,000-$85,000*
* ** Other Forms of Compensation:
** 401K, PTO, Health Benefits

** A family of companies and experiences*
* As the leading food service and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states.

Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

** great people. great services. great results.*
* Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

** Job Summary*
* Reporting to a Resident District Manager, you will assist in leading culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across the account. You will mentor and develop a talented culinary team through hands-on coaching and extensive training, fostering creativity while maintaining strict compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Successful candidate will oversee menu planning, recipe development, and execution to deliver innovative, high-quality dining experiences. This role requires a passionate culinary leader who can inspire collaboration, uphold uncompromising standards, minimize waste, and ensure every meal exceeds expectations.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* + Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines

+ Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality

+ Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards

+ Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned

+ Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed

+ Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products

+ Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits

+ Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting

+ Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + A.S. or equivalent experience

+ 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

+ Extensive catering experience a plus

+ High volume, complex food service operations experience - highly desirable

+ Institutional and batch cooking experiences

+ Hands-on chef experience a must

+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

+ Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

+ Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

+ Serv Safe certified - highly desirable

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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.*
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