CHEF MANAGER - CAMBRIDGE, MA
Salary: $80000K - $85000 /year
Pay Grade: 11
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As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
Job Summary
This is a great opportunity to join a growing, people-focused organization within corporate dining, where work-life balance, employee well-being, and a strong culture of safety and compliance are prioritized.
We are seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead a high-performing culinary operation supporting a professional client environment. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality, seamless catering execution, and an outstanding guest experience while maintaining operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee full culinary management of a corporate dining account, including inventory, ordering, receiving, and daily production
- Ensure strict adherence to safety, sanitation, and compliance standards, consistently meeting deadlines across operations, accounting, purchasing, and training
- Develop and execute innovative, seasonal menus with a focus on quality, cost control, and locally sourced ingredients
- Partner directly with client senior leadership on catering, menu planning, executive events, and special programs
- Manage and understand P&L performance, including food cost controls and labor efficiency
- Collaborate with multi-unit leadership, regional teams, and other cost center leaders
- Lead, coach, and develop a team using an inclusive, fair, and empathetic leadership style
- Stay current with corporate dining and catering trends, ensuring elevated presentation and service standards
- Support high-level conference services and catering operations as needed
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of leadership/management experience in a food industry or corporate dining kitchen
- Strong ability to communicate and present professionally with client leadership and stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams with empathy, inclusivity, and accountability
- Experience working in environments requiring strict compliance, structure, and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in corporate dining, contract foodservice, or upscale/fine dining environments
- Working knowledge of HACCP principles
- Strong background in menu development, food cost management, and inventory control
- Knowledge of catering execution and food trends in a corporate setting
- Expo (exposition) cooking experience preferred
- ServSafe certification is a plus
- Experience with P&L accountability and contract-managed services
What We Offer
- A culture that values work-life balance and predictable scheduling
- A professional, client-facing corporate environment
- Opportunities for career growth and development within a national organization
- A collaborative team focused on quality, innovation, and service excellence
Apply to Eurest today!
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Associates at Eurest 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.
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.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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