Job Description

CulinArt Sector

Salary: $75,000-$95,000/ yr.

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead a dynamic culinary team in Fremont, CA.

Demonstrate outstanding culinary skills in a B&I account, serving approximately 350 people per day. Take charge of multi-station operations with a focus on catering. Benefit from a Monday to Friday work schedule and enjoy a balanced work-life experience in an ambitious and collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate kitchen operations, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment for the 7-person team.
  • Plan and implement regular and modified menus following established guidelines.
  • Apply standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards, using daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
  • Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation based on company standards
  • Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment and work areas
  • Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies within established guidelines, ensuring vital products are available
  • Make decisions on the utilization of leftover food products in compliance with company guidelines
  • Adhere to federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, as evidenced by health department and third-party audits
  • Follow safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting
  • Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs

Preferred Qualifications

  • A.S. degree or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of dynamic hands on culinary/kitchen management experience
  • Extensive catering experience is a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experience
  • Hands-on chef experience is crucial
  • Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet
  • ServSafe certification is highly desirable
  • Bilingual:English/Spanish preferred.

Apply to CulinArt today!

CulinArt 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. 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • 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)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1373392

CulinArt Sector 

NANCY M TEIXEIRA 

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