Eurest USA
CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF - THOUSAND OAKS, CA
Eurest USA, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
CATERING EXECUTIVE CHEF - THOUSAND OAKS, CA
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 per year
Job Summary As the Executive Chef, you will oversee 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
Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards.
Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensure that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned.
Maintain inventory of food and non‑food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.
Make all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products, staying within company guidelines for such products.
Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third‑party audits.
Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting.
Participate and attend 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 food service operations experience — highly desirable.
Institutional and batch cooking experience.
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 PowerPoint), Outlook, e‑mail and the Internet.
ServSafe certified — highly desirable.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Food and Beverage Services
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 Leave
EEO Statement 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.
Eurest maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 per year
Job Summary As the Executive Chef, you will oversee 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
Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards.
Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensure that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned.
Maintain inventory of food and non‑food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.
Make all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products, staying within company guidelines for such products.
Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third‑party audits.
Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting.
Participate and attend 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 food service operations experience — highly desirable.
Institutional and batch cooking experience.
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 PowerPoint), Outlook, e‑mail and the Internet.
ServSafe certified — highly desirable.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Food and Beverage Services
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 Leave
EEO Statement 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.
Eurest maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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