Sr. Chef Manager (Commissary Production) - Hazelwood, MO

Compass Group•Hazelwood, MO

5d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Senior Chef Manager, (Commissary Production) is responsible for leading the scratch production and timely delivery of high quality hot meal entrées and hot food items for assigned accounts. This role oversees all culinary operations across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and PM service periods. The ideal candidate excels in menu planning, time and logistics management, and team leadership to ensure consistent execution, quality, and service delivery.

Requirements

Five years progressive culinary management experience
Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
Must possess a passion for excellence
Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience
P&L and financial reporting experience
Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs
Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Nice To Haves

Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Participates in employee meetings and training programs
Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
Maintains an active role in managing team developments
Manages purchasing and inventory controls
Oversee daily scratch production of hot entrées and hot food items to meet client needs and production schedules.
Manage delivery logistics to ensure accurate, timely delivery to designated accounts.