Compass

Chef Manager

Compass$90K — $100K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Culinary leadership experience in restaurants, hotels, or corporate dining.
  • Proven background in high-volume food service operations.
  • Strong passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction.
  • Effective communicator with clients and senior stakeholders.
  • Expertise in food cost management and inventory controls.
  • Experience in catering and special events operations.
  • Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Senior Executive Chef on culinary vision execution.
  • Lead and mentor culinary team members through coaching and training.
  • Build positive relationships with guests in dining areas.
  • Support menu planning and seasonal culinary initiatives.
  • Oversee food production to ensure quality and consistency.
  • Assist with inventory management and food cost control.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
Full Job Description
Position Title: Chef Manager

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Performance Bonus Opportunity (Up to 10% of Base Salary)

Job Summary

As a Chef Manager, you will support culinary operations for the prestigious World Bank dining program, partnering closely with the Senior Executive Chef to deliver exceptional food experiences. This role combines culinary leadership, team development, menu execution, and direct client engagement within a professional and hospitality-driven environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong restaurant or hospitality background, enjoys being visible and guest-facing, and is passionate about developing teams while delivering high-quality dining experiences.
Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with the Senior Executive Chef to execute the culinary vision and daily food service operations
  • Lead and develop culinary team members through coaching, training, and mentorship
  • Maintain a strong presence in dining areas and build positive relationships with guests and clients
  • Support menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal culinary initiatives
  • Oversee food production and presentation to ensure quality and consistency
  • Assist with purchasing, inventory management, and food cost control initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
  • Support catering operations, special events, and client-facing functions
  • Collaborate with operations, marketing, and culinary teams to introduce new dining experiences and programs
  • Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

What We're Looking For
  • Culinary leadership experience in restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs, catering, or corporate dining environments
  • Experience leading teams in high-volume food service operations
  • Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
  • Comfortable interacting with clients, guests, and senior stakeholders
  • Strong understanding of food cost management, purchasing, and inventory controls
  • Experience supporting catering, banquet, or special event operations
  • Commitment to food quality, safety, and team development
  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional training is preferred
  • Interest in growing a long-term career within a leading foodservice organization

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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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Req ID: 1567934

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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About Compass

Compass is a real estate technology company that provides an online platform for buying, selling, and renting real estate properties. The company was founded in 2012 by Ori Allon and Robert Reffkin and is headquartered in New York City. Compass has raised over $1.5 billion in funding and has expanded to over 350 offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help real estate agents better serve their clients and streamline the buying and selling process. Compass has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the world and has received numerous awards for its innovative technology and exceptional customer service.
Learn more about Compass
Size
19,000 employees
Market Cap
$910.4 million
Industry
Founded
1941
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