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Director of Culinary and Operations

Director of Culinary and Operations

Compass GroupCambridge, MA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Culinary And Operations

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!

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance / AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan with Fidelity with company match
  • 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

Job Summary

The Director of Culinary & Operations is the senior culinary leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and service within a campus dining environment. They are responsible for menu planning, food quality, staff management, and ensuring a positive dining experience for students, faculty, and staff. Their role also includes managing budgets, adhering to food safety standards, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Key Responsibilities of a Campus Executive Chef, Menu Planning and Development, Staff Management and Training, Budget Management, Food Safety and Sanitation, Client and Guest Relations, Event Planning and Execution, Operational Excellence.

Working as the Director of Culinary and Operations 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 :

  • Culinary Innovation and Brand Alignment-Develops high culinary standards for our retail, board meals, dining and catering operations
  • Trains, develops and provides inspirational leadership to local culinary team
  • Multi-Unit Operational oversight
  • Team leadership
  • Financial Strategy, Budget and cost control
  • Cross Functional strategic collaboration
  • 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
  • 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.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

    Req ID : 1444101

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