Area Chef Manager/ Relief Chef - Southern CA

Compass Group•Irvine, CA

9d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

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 SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic, growth-oriented Area Chef / Relief Manager to support CulinArt’s culinary and food service operations throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. The ideal candidate will be based in Orange County and willing to travel as needed to support locations across the region. This role is responsible for driving culinary excellence and ensuring the overall success of food service operations at assigned accounts. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing business needs, including regional travel, are essential for success in this position.

Requirements

Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Experience with exhibition cooking needed
Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
Open to travel to LA, San Diego, and Orange County CA as business warrants