Working Chef / Dining Director - Columbia, SC

Working Chef / Director In Dining Service

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for innovation, client engagement, and operational excellence? We're seeking a Working Chef / Director in Dining Service to lead a high-profile account generating over $6K in annual revenue, with strong visibility and career growth potential. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of foodservice in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Culinary Operations: Oversee all aspects of daily foodservice, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.
• Deliver Exceptional Catering Experiences: Lead catering operations with precision and creativity, ensuring flawless execution and client satisfaction.
• Drive Financial Performance: Manage full P&L responsibilities, develop and monitor budgets, and implement cost-effective strategies to maximize profitability.
• Build and Inspire Teams: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing culinary and service team, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
• Strengthen Client Relationships: Serve as the face of the operation, building strong partnerships with clients and delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations.
• Innovate and Collaborate: Design and implement nutritious, high-quality menus in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams.
• Plan for the Future: Play a key role in the planning and launch of a new caf facility and its corresponding programs.
• Engage the Community: Represent the organization with professionalism and purpose, building positive connections with the broader community.

Why This Role Stands Out

• High Visibility for Advancement: Be part of a high-profile account with strong potential for career growth.
• Industry-Leading Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive culture that values your time and well-being.
• Cutting-Edge Culinary Programs: Contribute to initiatives that prepare the next generation of industry leaders.
• Relocation Assistance Available: Support provided for qualified candidates making a move.

What We're Looking For

• Culinary Expertise: Strong culinary background with a passion for food quality, presentation, and innovation.
• Catering Experience: Proven success in managing and executing catering operations is a must.
• Client-Facing Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams with clarity, empathy, and strategic focus.
• Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

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.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1476796

Compass Corporate

Leticia Pinon

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