Bon Appetit

　　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!

　　Job Summary

　　Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines

　　Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality

　　Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards

　　Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned

　　Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed

　　Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products

　　Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits

　　Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting

　　Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　A.S. or equivalent experience

　　Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

　　Extensive catering experience a plus

　　High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable

　　Institutional and batch cooking experiences

　　Hands-on chef experience a must

　　Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

　　Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

　　ServSafe certified - highly desirable

　　Apply to Bon Appetit today!

　　Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

　　Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

　　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)

　　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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

　　Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

　　Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

　　Req ID: 1272766

　　Bon Appetit

　　Leticia Pinon