DISTRICT CHEF - SANTA CLARA, CA

Compass Group•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$130,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. As a District Chef, you will lead and oversee all culinary operations across multiple corporate dining locations, including an Executive Briefing Center. This role is responsible for driving culinary excellence, innovation, and consistency while supporting and developing a team of chefs. You will partner closely with operations, marketing, and culinary leadership to elevate the overall guest experience for a high-end clientele.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience
At least 2 years of multi-site or district-level culinary leadership experience
Strong background in high-volume food production and catering, preferably in corporate dining
Proven experience managing food cost controls, budgets, and financial performance
Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop culinary teams
Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
Desire to grow and advance within a leading foodservice organization

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provide culinary leadership and operational support across multiple corporate dining accounts within the district
Mentor, coach, and develop chefs and culinary teams to elevate skillsets and performance
Drive innovation by introducing new menu concepts, trends, and culinary programs
Partner with chefs to manage cost controls, food budgets, and overall financial performance
Guide menu planning and development to ensure creativity, consistency, and client satisfaction
Train teams on purchasing practices and effective inventory management
Enhance culinary capabilities across the region by raising overall chef skill levels
Lead the rollout and execution of new culinary initiatives in collaboration with the company’s culinary and marketing teams
Develop and implement strategies to improve the customer and dining experience
Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all locations
Deliver training programs that promote consistency, efficiency, and high-quality food production