Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 /year
Pay Grade: 16Job SummaryAs a District Chef, you will lead and oversee all culinary operations across multiple corporate dining locations, including an Executive Briefing Center. This role is responsible for driving culinary excellence, innovation, and consistency while supporting and developing a team of chefs. You will partner closely with operations, marketing, and culinary leadership to elevate the overall guest experience for a high-end clientele.
Key Responsibilities- Provide culinary leadership and operational support across multiple corporate dining accounts within the district
- Mentor, coach, and develop chefs and culinary teams to elevate skillsets and performance
- Drive innovation by introducing new menu concepts, trends, and culinary programs
- Partner with chefs to manage cost controls, food budgets, and overall financial performance
- Guide menu planning and development to ensure creativity, consistency, and client satisfaction
- Train teams on purchasing practices and effective inventory management
- Enhance culinary capabilities across the region by raising overall chef skill levels
- Lead the rollout and execution of new culinary initiatives in collaboration with the company's culinary and marketing teams
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the customer and dining experience
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all locations
- Deliver training programs that promote consistency, efficiency, and high-quality food production
Preferred Qualifications- Culinary degree preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience
- At least 2 years of multi-site or district-level culinary leadership experience
- Strong background in high-volume food production and catering, preferably in corporate dining
- Proven experience managing food cost controls, budgets, and financial performance
- Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop culinary teams
- Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Desire to grow and advance within a leading foodservice organization
Apply to Eurest today!Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA
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.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
