EXECUTIVE CHEF - CHARLESTON SC

Compass Group • North Charleston, SC

1d • $68,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations and maintains a safe, sanitary work environment for staff. The role prepares or directs the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. It is an opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional.

Requirements

• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
• Hands-on chef experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Computer experience, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Extensive catering experience.
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience.
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards; complete and use daily production worksheets and waste logs; taste completed meals to ensure quality.
• Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation according to Company and regulatory standards.
• Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas, and ensure staff completes assigned schedules.
• Maintain inventories of food and non-food supplies within established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available.
• Make decisions about using leftover food products in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as demonstrated through health department and third-party audits.
• Follow facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting.
• Participate in and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Holiday time off, varying by site and state
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid parental leave
• Personal leave
• Potential paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws

What This Job Offers

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