Executive Chef
Compass Group
in New York
Compass Group, The Americas Division is the nation's largest contract foodservice and hospitality provider, with over 160,000 associates throughout the United States, Latin America, and Canada and revenues of $7.7 billion. Our vision for success is a powerful one - to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business - from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it's our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it's important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success.
Fueling Bright Minds‚¬¦One Bite at a Time
Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services brings fresh ideas and innovative dining concepts to college campuses across the country. Standing behind our tag line, Eat. Learn. Live, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services believes that the dining experience is more than simply serving delicious food. In fact, we believe that nourishing students is not only our business; it is our commitment to the communities in which we serve. Chartwells is a diverse family of dedicated food and nutrition specialists serving the academic community. We deliver customized solutions that benefit our client partners with innovative programs.
The opportunity for greatness is real at Chartwells Higher Education and throughout the Compass Group world. We foster development in a setting where mobility, teamwork, and communication flourish. We share ideas for new concepts and approaches to our work. In doing so, we make opportunity accessible- and realistic- for everyone. With pride, humor, and integrity we strive to make an impact- on our customers, clients, and each other.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR A CHEF
This position is responsible for the successful culinary operation in a Higher Education account under the direction of the Director of Dining Services. Serves as the department head for culinary operations with duties that include the food production of students/faculty meals, guest/employee retail operations and catering functions. Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation. Specific responsibilities and duties also include: menu development, inventory, ordering/purchasing, food cost controls, training, sanitation, and personnel management to include hiring, counseling, coaching and developing. Ensures that all kitchens provide nutritious, safe eye-appealing and properly flavored foods; that menus, production methods portions and service meet federal state and districts standards. Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment for all employees.
Job Requirements: Recipe to Succeed:
Strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management and coaching skills
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, departmental, customer and associate levels
Strong financial, budgetary, and food control practices
Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
Knowledge of diet principles and safe and sanitary food handling principles
Exhibit courtesy, tact and reasonable speed in performance of duties
Necessary Ingredients:
Culinary Degree preferred or equivalent years of experience and three(3) years of culinary experience
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
Experience with planning and managing catering events, from a culinary perspective
Batch cooking or high volume cooking experience preferred
Experience with food production for large catering or banquet functions
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
ServSafe‚® Certified
Great People. Great Service. Great Results.
At Compass Group, The Americas Division, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you're looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group, The Americas Division is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry's best.
Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group, The Americas Division is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V