Chef de Cuisine

Compass Group • Mountain View, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

To support our growth, we're actively seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join our Bon Appetit team! This pivotal role is responsible for defining and elevating the culinary landscape of the café, meticulously overseeing all aspects of food quality, driving innovation, and curating an unparalleled dining experience. On a daily basis, you will lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring the efficient and timely preparation of consistently high-quality dishes. Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef, you will strategically oversee all facets of food preparation, plating, and presentation. To uphold the highest standards of quality, you will manage inventory and ordering. Your leadership will drive culinary excellence, elevate the café experience, and ensure the continued success of the Food program. Bon Appétit is deeply committed to a culture of workplace and food safety, which you will champion every day. As the Chef de Cuisine, you will set the standard for responsible practices, ensuring the well-being of our guests, our valued team members, and yourself. The Food program’s vision is to inspire and enable the world to make food choices and use food experiences to develop more sustainable lifestyles and communities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience, with proven success leading high-volume, premium food service operations.
• Proven track record of implementing and managing rigorous Food and Workplace Safety cultures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to stakeholders and inspire diverse teams.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including knowledge of Google Suite tools and kitchen management software.
• Passion for the intersection of exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.

Nice To Haves

• Degree from an accredited culinary institution is preferred, not required.
• Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.
• ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set the standard for and rigorously oversee workplace and food safety protocols, including comprehensive allergen management, to ensure guest well-being and total operational compliance.
• Spearhead the overall dining strategy by delivering culinary offerings that reflect seasonal trends, sustainability goals, and overall excellence.
• Design and oversee all menu, production, and preparation systems; ensure total team adherence to operational checklists and responsibility guides to maintain an efficient kitchen environment.
• Oversee thoughtfully balanced, nourishing meals that align with the program’s wellness goals.
• Model and enforce a culture of genuinely engaging hospitality, ensuring every service interaction meets the highest professional standards.
• Actively mentor and develop the Sous Chef and culinary team, creating a robust pipeline of talent and a culture of professional growth.
• Follow procurement strategies, ensuring all ingredients and products are sourced in strict alignment with sector sustainability standards and financial targets.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree