CHEF MANAGER - FARMINGTON, CT
Position Title: CHEF MANAGER
Salary: $75000 - $78000/year
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
Working as the Chef Manager, you will lead all aspects of the culinary and dining services operation, delivering an elevated food program designed to provide an exceptional dining experience for the client’s leadership team. This role is responsible for menu planning and collaboration, purchasing and inventory management, financial performance, and overall operational excellence.
The Chef Manager will oversee both front- and back-of-house operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hospitality, sanitation, and service. Additional responsibilities include managing labor and food costs, developing and coaching team members, driving client satisfaction, and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and outstanding guest experience.
PERK: This is a Monday-Friday opportunity supporting a corporate dining account.
What You'll Do
- Create exceptional culinary experiences using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients while helping to elevate and innovate our food program.
- Collaborate with a small, passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding quality, hospitality, and guest satisfaction.
- Expand your culinary expertise and creativity in an environment that encourages continuous learning, professional development, and innovation.
- Contribute to menu development, recipe creation, and the execution of modern, trend-forward culinary offerings.
- Play an active role in shaping the dining experience through creativity, attention to detail, and operational excellence.
What We're Looking For
- A culinary professional with a genuine passion for food and a desire to remain hands-on in the kitchen, leading through culinary expertise and execution.
- An individual who takes pride in every dish served, from everyday offerings to signature menu features, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
- Strong knowledge of current culinary trends, techniques, and ingredients, with the ability to introduce fresh ideas and innovative concepts.
- A collaborative team player who brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence in every aspect of the operation.
- A creative and motivated chef who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact on the guest experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
- Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
- Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
- Possesses a passion for sustainability
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
- Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
- Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Experience with exposition cooking needed
- Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
- ServSafe certified is a plus
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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