Campus Executive Chef

Compass Group•Mountain View, CA

1d•$140,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

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! Position Summary The Campus Executive Chef (CEC) is a multi-unit culinary leader reporting to a District Manager (DM). The CEC, in partnership with a General Manager (GM), takes full ownership and responsibility for the overall success of multi-unit café operations to ensure the successful delivery of the continuously evolving, dynamic and innovative client food program. The CEC works closely with cross functional support teams including: Regional Executive Chefs, Food and Workplace Safety, Finance, Vendor Relations, Human Resources, Learning & Development, IT, Sustainability, Nutrition, Equipment Maintenance and Repair, Marketing Communication, and Engagement. This Chef is an ambassador of the client food program at all levels, internally and externally, and collaborates across sectors and industry to represent the food program.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred; bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 6 years’ culinary supervisory experience in a similar high-volume, quality food service establishment
Highly-developed culinary skills with comfort in traditional, modern, and multi-ethnic cuisines
Ability to create new, innovating, and exciting dishes within guidelines of the food program
Proven track record in leadership: coaching and teaching skills with individuals and teams
Ability to proactively solve problems and work independently and/or in teams, effectively and efficiently with limited supervision
Proven ability to manage budgets, utilize reporting platforms, and meet financial goals
Ability to effectively communicate, motivate, and interact with all levels within the organization
Proficient in computer and technical skills, including working knowledge of Google Drive programs
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

Act as a role model within the Bon Appetit community
Personally commit to deliver high-quality work in a timely manner to meet all deadlines
Inspire and mentor culinary teams to deliver well-run operations that consistently serve delicious food in a hospitable environment and timely manner
Be a catalyst, with the ability to effect positive change, using strategies and processes improvement for necessary change management opportunities
Hold individuals and café teams accountable to deliver accurate and high-quality work in a timely manner
Work closely and collaborate with the Food Program Managers (FPM) on special requests
Use the right influencing techniques to gain the necessary team commitment and support, both internally and externally
Promptly communicate with all stakeholders honestly and accurately
Encourage, support, and lead culinary associate development processes within neighborhood(s), including: setting personalized L&D targets, conducting performance reviews, and providing coaching and performance improvement plans
Drive and coordinate associate participation in job related L&D training
Cultivate an inclusive culture and grow a diverse team that inspires, empowers, and engages everyone
Recognize and reward individuals and/or teams based on merits
Support the interview process and guide the delivery of a strong onboarding process
Direct teams to meet and exceed all Core Performance Expectations (CPEs) and deliver expected value of the food program
Drive compliance to all client and Compass programs, procedures, systems, principles, and philosophies
Ensure timely creation of balanced cycle menus that are in harmony across multiple cafés and meet the cultural and dietary needs and expectations set forth by the client
Take ownership of café measured pre- and post-food production and processes
Ensure cafés use and follow recipes to deliver high-quality and delicious meals
Monitor café teams and perform daily TASTE procedures protocols as outlined
Ensure all food served is appropriately described and calls out allergies and sensitivities
Lead teams to demonstrate efficiency and accuracy in Mobius and Webrition
Ensure “Daily Tens” meeting is presented in an effective and engaging manner
Work effectively and interdependently, understanding the need to communicate and collaborate with other teams, employees, and departments
Work closely with the REC team to support the development and implementation of new concepts, programs, recipe development efforts, and standard operating procedures
Contribute to the strategic direction of the food program by providing culinary expertise, including: new food trends and bringing creative ideas that benefit the program
Provide catering, café new builds, and renovation teams support as needed
Collaborate with equipment repair and maintenance
Ensure teams work within budget while maintaining program standards
Manages and monitors labor, food, and operation costs within set budget/forecast targets
Maximize use of all tools and systems to reach optimal performance
Lead café teams to place proper orders and source the best local and seasonal foods by following established purchasing guidelines
Create work efficiencies to maximize cost savings
Lead quarterly equipment replacements needs (CAPEX)
Ensure workplace safety standards are consistently met and all related procedures and steps are followed
Closely collaborate with Workplace Safety Manager on program enhancements
Ensure food safety standards are consistently met and all related procedures and steps are followed, including error free allergen management
Closely collaborate with Food Safety Manager on program enhancements
Partner with Food and Workplace Safety Managers to train, inspect, and maintain a safe program
Report injury, accident, and/or food borne illness incidents accurately and in a timely manner, with reporting following established crisis escalation process