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Compass Group USA

Senior Chef Manager

irvine, CA

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Compass Group USA lists this Senior Chef Manager opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

As 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 Summary

As a Senior Chef Manager, you will lead and oversee all front- and back-of-house food service operations, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused dining program. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional culinary experience while maintaining strong financial performance and operational excellence.

You will drive menu innovation, oversee inventory and purchasing, and manage labor and food cost controls to meet business objectives. Additionally, you will ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards while fostering a culture of quality and consistency.

As a key leader, you will manage and develop a diverse team, including recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management. Your ability to build strong teams, partner with stakeholders, and continuously elevate the dining experience will be critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws

Participates in employee meetings and training programs

Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs

Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards

Maintains an active role in managing team developments

Manages purchasing and inventory controls

Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience

Five years progressive culinary management experience

Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask

Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team

Must possess a passion for excellence

Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food

Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience

P&L and financial reporting experience

Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls

Strong leadership, coaching and training skills

Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs

Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles

Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

Medical

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

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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. 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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Worksite address

irvine, CA, 92713, US

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