Executive Chef

Compass Group, North America

Pasadena, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Catering Services, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Corporate Social Responsibility, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Disability Insurance, Employee Benefits, Event Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Flexible Spending Accounts, Food Production, Food Purchasing, Food Safety, Food Services, Internet Technology, Leadership, Life Insurance, Menu Development, Microsoft Office, People Management, Performance Analysis, Retail, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification, Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, Technical Leadership, Trend Analysis, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Pasadena, CA

POSTED

5 days ago

Epicurean Group**Position Title:** Executive Chef**Salary:** $75,000 to $85,0000**Other Forms of Compensation:** Bonus**What makes Epicurean click?** Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the Epicurean difference. Where a job isn't merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.**Job Summary****Working as a Executive Chef** will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! The purpose of this job is to lead culinary operations in all areas of a unit insuring on trend, efficient, safe and sanitary food production. You will be responsible for menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management and development.**Key Responsibilities:**+ Develops high culinary standards for our retail, board meals, dining and catering operations+ High volume university student and facility meals+ Trains, develops and provides inspirational leadership to local culinary team+ Leads Corporate Social Responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness and high-quality culinary arts on campus+ Analyzes ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devises and leads improvements+ Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and is able to explain them to customers accurately**Preferred Qualifications:**+ Culinary degree preferred+ Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management/or related field preferred+ Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training+ Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective+ Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation+ Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet)+ Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associate**ServSafe® Certification****Apply to Epicurean today!**_Epicurean is a member of Compass Group USA_Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story ( at Epicurean 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 LeaveAssociates 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. 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:** ** are accepted on an ongoing basis.Epicurean maintains a drug-free workplace.

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Compass Group, North America

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