Senior Executive Chef - Nvidia

Compass Group•Santa Clara, CA

5d•$150,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Senior Executive Chef, you will provide strategic culinary leadership for one of NVIDIA's premier dining programs, overseeing multiple culinary operations with a strong emphasis on innovation, hospitality, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for an accomplished chef who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences across cafés, executive dining, catering, and special events. This highly visible, hands-on leadership role requires a chef who can inspire teams, build strong client relationships, and successfully lead both established operations and new concept openings as NVIDIA continues to expand its campus dining program.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience across diverse kitchen environments
Extensive experience in high-volume food production combined with fine dining culinary execution required
Corporate dining experience required; luxury hotel or upscale hospitality food & beverage leadership experience is highly desirable
Demonstrated success leading pre-opening projects, including launching new facilities, dining venues, or food concepts
Proven experience overseeing executive dining, retail dining, and large-scale catering operations
Strong expertise in menu development, food costing, purchasing, inventory management, labor planning, and financial performance
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills with a track record of building, mentoring, and inspiring high-performing culinary teams
Creative, innovative culinary approach with a willingness to remain exceptionally hands-on in daily operations
Experience partnering directly with clients and senior stakeholders is a plus
Comprehensive knowledge of current culinary trends, global cuisines, wellness-focused dining, sustainability, and premium hospitality standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and foodservice management systems
ServSafe® Certification

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred
Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Provide overall culinary leadership for multiple dining venues, executive dining, catering, and special events
Develop innovative, seasonal menus that showcase fresh, high-quality ingredients while meeting diverse dietary, wellness, and sustainability initiatives
Lead, mentor, and develop Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and culinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and culinary excellence
Build and elevate high-performing teams through coaching, training, succession planning, and talent development
Oversee all aspects of food production, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, presentation, and execution across all culinary operations
Drive financial performance through effective food costing, purchasing, inventory management, labor planning, and waste reduction initiatives
Partner closely with operational leaders and clients to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences and ensure seamless execution across cafés, executive dining, and catering
Lead culinary planning and execution for new building openings and food concepts, including menu development, operational readiness, training, and launch support
Champion sustainability initiatives, local sourcing, seasonality, and responsible purchasing practices
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, HACCP compliance, and workplace safety
Analyze operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement best practices that enhance efficiency and guest satisfaction
Serve as a visible, hands-on leader, actively engaging in all areas of the operation to support the team and ensure execution at the highest level