EXECUTIVE CHEF - Gainesville ISD, TX

Compass Group•Gainesville, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an inspiring, hands‑on Executive Chef to lead the culinary experience for a foodservice program serving 3,000+ students across six schools in Gainesville Independent School District, TX. This role is ideal for a creative culinarian passionate about delivering fresh, engaging, and nutritious meals to students from Head Start through High School. It also offers an excellent Monday–Friday schedule, typically 7 AM–4 PM, and since the district operates on a four‑day school week, managers benefit from a fifth day dedicated to planning, regrouping, and elevating the program. As the on‑site Chef, you’ll drive menu innovation, elevate food quality, and collaborate closely with the Director of Dining Services and a team of 32 frontline associates. You’ll bring excitement to the café experience by championing programs like Global Eats, Student Choice, Discover Kitchen, and Mood Boost, while supporting catering and maintaining high standards in food safety and compliance. If you’re energized by crafting memorable food experiences and making a positive impact on students and the community, this is a fantastic opportunity to create, lead, and grow.

Requirements

A.S. or equivalent experience
Three+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

Nice To Haves

Catering experience a plus
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
ServSafe certified – highly desirable

Responsibilities

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, and operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures
Performs other duties as assigned