SENIOR CHEF MANAGER (CORPORATE DINING) - COVINGTON, GA

Compass Group•Covington, GA

5d•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. Join the Compass One Team and Grow with Us! At Compass One, we embrace phenomenal leaders with a passion for food, beverage, hospitality excellence, and customer obsession. We strive to create a work environment where you can be challenged, impactful, and valued for your expertise. We are committed to providing learning pathways and personal growth while fostering a culture that supports and inspires each other. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our company culture, and top talent is the core of our success. We offer unique opportunities for personal and professional growth, a competitive benefits package, and a fun and inclusive work environment where people feel valued. If you aspire for growth and culinary excellence, come join our team! We’re looking for a Sr. Chef Manager to lead the dining program at a premier client site in Carlisle, IN. This is a dual role where you’ll combine culinary leadership with dining experience engagement. You’ll not only guide the kitchen and menu but also play a visible role in the café, ensuring office workers and clients enjoy an exceptional dining experience every day. As part of Eurest (Compass Group USA), you’ll join a network of 16,000 chefs and food professionals across the country. You’ll also have clear growth opportunities into Regional Chef and Director roles as we continue to expand.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive culinary management experience (corporate dining, hotels, or catering).
Culinary degree preferred — or equivalent leadership experience.
Experience in supervising culinary teams, implementing process improvements, and driving consistency in quality and service.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop a team.
Comfortable engaging with clients and guests directly while running operations.
Solid understanding of budgets, food cost, labor, and inventory management.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a culinary team in both café and catering operations.
Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, managing inventory and cost controls, and maintaining operational efficiency.
Design menus with the freedom to introduce new ideas and global flavors.
Balance back-of-house culinary excellence with dining experience leadership on the floor.
Build strong client and guest relationships by being present in the dining space.
Manage purchasing, inventory, and financial reporting (with the support of Compass resources).
Ensure quality, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.