Job Description

Bon Appetit

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

As the Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring a safe, sanitary work environment and high-quality meal preparation aligned with corporate standards. This role is ideal for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with a passion for leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develops regular and modified menus per established guidelines.
  • Ensures quality through standardized recipes, portioning, presentation standards, and daily production logs.
  • Trains staff on food prep, equipment use, safety, and sanitation, in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
  • Establishes cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas, ensuring completion by staff.
  • Manages inventory within set guidelines, ensuring timely availability of products.
  • Makes decisions on leftover product utilization per company guidelines.
  • Adheres to federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, evidenced through health department audits.
  • Follows facility and company safety policies, including incident reporting.
  • Participates in meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
  • Extensive catering and high-volume food service experience preferred.
  • Institutional and batch cooking experience.
  • Proven hands-on chef experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of food and catering trends, emphasizing quality, sanitation, cost control, and presentation.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and internet applications.
  • Willingness to engage in client satisfaction initiatives.
  • ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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Associates at Bon Appetit 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. 

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.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1370540

Bon Appetit 

Tyler Justus 

Application Instructions

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