Executive Chef - Trine University

Executive Chef

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

The Executive Chef is responsible for leading all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and sanitation standards are upheld. This role involves managing food production, menu planning, inventory control, and staff training in alignment with corporate programs. Ideal for a dynamic, entrepreneurial culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regular and modified menus per company guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation.
• Complete daily production worksheets and waste logs; taste all finished products for quality assurance.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation, equipment operation, and sanitation practices.
• Maintain cleaning and equipment maintenance schedules; ensure completion.
• Manage food and supply inventories within budget while maintaining availability.
• Approve and manage the use of leftover food in compliance with company policies.
• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal health and sanitation regulations.
• Enforce all company and facility safety protocols and reporting procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive kitchen management experience.
• Strong background in catering and high-volume food service operations.
• Experience with institutional and batch cooking.
• Hands-on leadership and culinary skills required.
• In-depth knowledge of food trends, cost control, production standards, and sanitation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet applications.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Commitment to client satisfaction programs and initiatives.

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and personal leave.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1472335