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Compass Corporate

Position Title: Executive Chef

Reports To: General Manager

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

**Other Forms of Compensation:** Bonus Plan

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

As the **Executive Chef** , you will oversee all culinary functions for a large-scale dining account, operating out of a state-of-the-art, high-capacity kitchen. This role requires a leader with extensive experience in high-volume operations, catering logistics, and fine-dining caliber execution. You will be accountable for driving culinary excellence, cost management, and team development while ensuring flawless delivery across multiple outlets and events.

Key Responsibilities

+ Provides strategic leadership for all culinary operations, including menu development, production logistics, inventory, and procurement.

+ Oversees cost controls, labor management, and financial performance for a multi-million-dollar account.

+ Develops innovative, trend-forward menus that balance creativity, efficiency, and client expectations.

+ Leads large, diverse culinary teams, recruiting, mentoring, and fostering professional growth.

+ Partners with senior leadership on business strategy, client engagement, and new program rollouts.

+ Ensures the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.

+ 7–10+ years of progressive culinary leadership with a proven record in high-volume, large-kitchen environments.

+ Extensive background in catering logistics and large-scale event execution.

+ Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success in cost controls and P&L management.

+ Inspiring leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels and drive innovation in a competitive market.

Apply to Compass Group today!

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance/ AD

+ Disability Insurance

+ Retirement Plan

+ Paid Time Off

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

+ Personal Leave

+ Associate Shopping Program

+ Health and Wellness Programs

+ Discount Marketplace

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Pet Insurance

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

**Req ID:** 1458297

Compass Corporate

Michael Abbey

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