CHEF MANAGER
Position Title: CHEF MANAGER - SAN JOSE, CA
Salary: $90000 - $105000 / yr
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.
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Job Summary
If you're a culinary leader who loves the craft and the connection — the perfectly executed dish and the moment a diner's face lights up — Eurest wants to talk to you.
We're looking for a growth-minded Chef Manager to lead our corporate dining operation in San Jose. This isn't just a kitchen role. It's a guest experience role, a relationship role, and a leadership role — wrapped in a chef's coat. You'll own the culinary program, building a dining experience that your client and their team genuinely look forward to every single day.
What You'll Own
- Full culinary leadership of the operation — menu development, ordering, receiving, inventory, and cost controls with a focus on local, seasonal sourcing and quality ingredients
- A guest-first hospitality mindset that drives every decision, from daily café service to high-profile catered events
- A trusted, consultative partnership with your client — anticipating their needs, communicating proactively, and delivering an experience that consistently exceeds expectations
- Day-to-day operational oversight including scheduling, reporting, POS system management, and P&L accountability
- A kitchen culture that inspires — leading, mentoring, and motivating a loyal, high-performing team that takes pride in their work and shows it in every plate
- On-site catering and exposition cooking execution that makes your client proud to show off their dining program to guests and leadership alike
- A commitment to sustainability, responsible sourcing, and culinary innovation that keeps your program fresh and relevant
What You Bring
- 3+ years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, corporate dining, or full-service restaurant environments
- A genuine passion for hospitality — you understand that food is how people feel welcomed, valued, and cared for
- Proven ability to build strong client and stakeholder relationships with professionalism, warmth, and follow-through
- Strong financial acumen including P&L management, food cost controls, purchasing, and inventory
- Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, presentation, and sanitation
- Working knowledge of HACCP and food safety best practices
- Tech-savvy and comfortable operating systems and technology as part of your daily routine
- A collaborative leadership style that brings out the best in the people around you
Why Eurest
We are an industry leader in corporate dining and we take that responsibility seriously — both for our clients and for our team. When you join Eurest, you join a company that invests in your growth, champions culinary excellence, and believes that a great dining program can transform a workplace culture.
If you're ready to lead with both your culinary talent and your hospitality heart, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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Chef, Culinary, Kitchen, Food Service, Hospitality
