Executive Chef - SCAD
Position Title: Executive Chef - SCAD
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 / 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!
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com.
Job Summary
Join the culinary leadership team at Savannah College of Art and Design as an Executive Chef and help shape an elevated dining experience within one of the nation’s most creative and dynamic university environments. This role is responsible for leading kitchen operations, driving culinary excellence, and ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and service across dining and catering programs.
The ideal candidate is a passionate and innovative culinary professional with strong leadership skills, operational expertise, and experience managing high-volume foodservice environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all back-of-house culinary operations, including food production, preparation, presentation, and execution
- Develop and implement regular and specialty menus aligned with dining programs, seasonal offerings, and campus events
- Lead, train, and mentor culinary team members on food preparation, safety standards, sanitation, and equipment operation
- Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, creativity, and presentation
- Manage inventory, purchasing, and product utilization to support operational and financial goals
- Establish and maintain cleaning, sanitation, and preventative maintenance programs for kitchen equipment and work areas
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health and safety regulations
- Support and execute catering and special event operations across campus
- Collaborate with leadership teams to enhance dining experiences and introduce new culinary initiatives
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
- 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in high-volume foodservice or hospitality environments
- Strong knowledge of culinary trends, food production, catering operations, sanitation, and cost controls
- Experience leading and developing culinary teams in fast-paced environments
- Catering and banquet experience preferred
- High-volume, multi-outlet, or complex dining operations experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general computer systems
Why Join SCAD Savannah?
At Savannah College of Art and Design, hospitality and creativity go hand in hand. This is an exciting opportunity to bring innovative culinary experiences to a vibrant campus community while advancing your career in one of the most culturally rich cities in the Southeast.
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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)
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
- 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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
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