Position Title: Complex Executive ChefSalary: $150,000 - $160,000Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan
Job SummaryRestaurant Associates is seeking an accomplished
Complex Executive Chef to lead multi-unit culinary operations across a high-volume portfolio. This hands-on leadership role requires a chef with strong operational discipline, team development skills, and the ability to deliver exceptional quality and consistency across multiple venues.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee multiple units, ensuring alignment with brand, client, and financial goals.
- Provide culinary leadership across all operations, ensuring quality, creativity, and consistency in every aspect of service.
- Manage menu development, seasonal updates, and offerings across locations.
- Drive food quality, presentation, and service standards that reflect Restaurant Associates premium brand.
- Implement systems for inventory management, purchasing, and cost control across units.
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP regulations.
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, and Client teams to support events, activations, and new openings.
- Recruit, train, and develop chefs and culinary managers to build strong leadership pipelines.
Preferred Qualifications- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 8+ years of progressive culinary management experience, including 4+ years in a multi-unit or complex operation.
- Proven success leading large, high-volume teams in catering, hospitality, or corporate dining environments.
- Strong financial acumen with a track record of managing food and labor costs.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Passion for innovation, team development, and exceptional guest experiences.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates 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: Restaurant Associates
Michael Abbey
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