Executive Catering Chef - Fidelity

Compass Group•Boston, MA

1d•$85,000 - $95,000

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!Job SummaryThe Executive Catering Chef leads all catering culinary operations for the account, overseeing high-volume food production and event execution in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for menu development, food quality, safety, sanitation, and culinary staff leadership while ensuring compliance with corporate, client, and regulatory standards. The position is primarily Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility for events, evenings, and weekends as needed. This role is ideal for a hands-on, entrepreneurial culinary leader with strong catering and event experience.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent culinary experience
Three to five years of progressive culinary leadership or kitchen management experience
Proven experience leading high-volume catering or event-driven foodservice operations
Strong hands-on culinary and event execution background
Experience with large-scale production, plated events, and buffet service
Strong knowledge of food trends, catering presentation, sanitation standards, and food cost control
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain required property access, including background and fingerprinting
Language: Bilingual preferred but not required

Nice To Haves

Institutional or batch cooking experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all catering culinary operations, including daily catering production and large-scale events
Develop, plan, and execute catering menus in alignment with client expectations and corporate standards
Ensure consistent use of standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation for all catered functions
Oversee event execution, including tastings, special requests, VIP events, and high-profile client functions
Complete and manage catering production sheets, event prep schedules, and waste logs
Taste and evaluate food prior to service to ensure quality, consistency, and presentation standards
Train, supervise, and develop culinary staff with a focus on catering execution, food safety, and service excellence
Establish and enforce cleaning, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards across catering operations
Manage food and non-food inventory to support catering volume while meeting budget and cost targets
Oversee proper use of leftovers in compliance with company and food safety policies
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations and support health inspections and third-party audits
Adhere to all safety policies, including incident reporting and safe work practices
Collaborate with clients, event planners, and operations leaders to deliver customized catering experiences
Participate in team meetings, staff development, and professional training as required