Chef Manager - Kering (Wayne, NJ)

Compass Group•Wayne, NJ

3d•$68,500 - $75,000•Onsite

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 growth-minded Chef Manager for a corporate dining account in Wayne, NJ. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the overall success of the operation, including culinary excellence, client relations, financial performance, and the continued growth of the business.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing, and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
Possesses a passion for sustainability
Catering experience
Flexible to work weekends as needed for events
Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Experience with exposition cooking needed
Must have a working knowledge of HACCP