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Compass Group, North America Chef De Cuisine in San Jose, California

Bon Appetit

Salary:

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead our culinary operations alongside our Executive Chef, ensuring top-notch food production.

  • Step into the role of department head in the Executive Chef's absence.

  • Maintain adherence to HACCP guidelines, guaranteeing safe, efficient, and sanitary food handling.

  • Contribute to menu development, manage inventory, oversee purchasing, and optimize food costs.

  • Manage staff, including hiring, training, and performance development.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, culinary certificate, or equivalent with 3-5 years of culinary experience.

  • 2-5 years of culinary or kitchen management experience.

  • Proven catering and banquet experience.

  • Strong grasp of current food and catering trends, emphasizing quality, sanitation, and presentation.

  • Experience in batch or high-volume cooking.

  • ServSafe Certification.

Join our team to elevate your culinary career and lead our kitchen to new heights of excellence!

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

Associates at Bon Appetit 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)

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1347862

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