Senior Executive Chef - Spelman College
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 / year
Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!
Job Summary
The Senior Executive Chef leads all culinary operations for the campus dining program at Spelman College. This role is responsible for delivering high quality, on trend food across retail, residential dining, and catering while ensuring operational efficiency, food safety, and cost control. The Senior Executive Chef oversees menu development, purchasing, inventory management, budgeting, food cost controls, and the training and development of the culinary team.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead all culinary operations including retail, residential dining, and catering
• Develop and execute innovative, seasonal menus aligned with campus needs and trends
• Ensure high standards for food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation
• Manage high volume production, catering execution, inventory, purchasing, budgeting, and food cost controls to meet financial targets
• Recruit, train, and develop culinary team members, providing clear direction and inspirational leadership
• Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement within the culinary team
• Support campus initiatives related to sustainability, wellness, and corporate social responsibility
• Analyze operational performance and implement continuous improvement strategies
• Maintain strong client and customer engagement, with full knowledge of daily menu offerings
Preferred Qualifications
• Culinary degree preferred
• Three to five years of culinary management experience
• Proven experience in high volume production and catering
• Strong background in cost control, budgeting, and inventory management
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills
• Passion for innovation, quality, and continuous growth within a foodservice organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, clients, and frontline associates
• ServSafe Certification required
Apply to Bon Appetit today!
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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1511209
Bon Appetit
Tyler Justus
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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