Executive Chef - Adobe

Compass Group•San Jose, CA

8d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at Adobe's San Jose campus. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate, hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded culinary background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven ability to build, coach, and inspire high-performing teams while delivering an outstanding guest experience. The ideal candidate a chef who leads by example, embraces innovation, maintains the highest culinary standards, and fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and hospitality.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader.
Proven success leading high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
Strong hands-on leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing culinary talent.
Well-rounded culinary background with experience across multiple cuisines and service styles.
Exceptional knowledge of food quality, menu development, production systems, food safety, sanitation, and cost controls.
Experience managing budgets, inventory, purchasing, labor, and financial performance.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and standard business applications.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional culinary experience preferred.
Catering and special events experience preferred.
Corporate dining experience preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead all culinary operations across the Adobe San Jose campus, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
Develop innovative menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, current culinary trends, and guest preferences while supporting operational and financial goals.
Oversee food production, recipe execution, portion control, and quality assurance to deliver an outstanding dining experience.
Recruit, develop, mentor, and inspire culinary team members while creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
Partner with operations leadership to execute daily service, special events, and high-profile catering functions.
Manage food and labor costs through effective forecasting, purchasing, inventory management, scheduling, and waste reduction initiatives.
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure proper maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities while promoting safe operating practices.
Collaborate with clients and operational leaders to continuously enhance the culinary program through innovation, feedback, and operational excellence.
Drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices, developing team talent, and identifying opportunities to elevate the guest experience.