Our associates' experience and knowledge are our greatest asset. Continued positive growth is a necessity and we remain committed to providing our associates access to the best opportunities for career development and advancement.
A Fresh Approach To Great Results.
Charlotte-based Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. Our vision for success is a powerful one – to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business – from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it.s our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success:
Job Description:
Location: St. Louis, MO or Texas based
Want to influence a generation? How about working in a place where you know you make a difference? Try one of our 4000 public and private school locations managed by Chartwells School Dining Services. That’s about 2.5 million young students we provide meals and food service for each day. Eat. Learn. Live exemplifies Chartwells’ promise and philosophy that nourishing students is not only our business; it’s our commitment to the communities in which we serve.
This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the culinary functions for Chartwells Schools Sector:'s southern region. This position will report to the Regional Vice President for the region and will be responsible for hiring and training chefs and making sure Chartwells culinary standards are being met throughout NC, SC, GA & FL. The Regional Chef will play a key role in new facility design and roll out, menu creation, cost reduction, establishing and maintaining culinary standards and more. The ideal candidate will be comfortable and familiar preparing food in a regulatory environment.
Responsibilities:
- Orientates new Chefs within their respective Core Culinary Standards, and established food programs
- Maintains all Culinary Programs and Standards in their home account to the level of Culinary Center for Excellence
- Provides support for new account openings and or renovations within the territory
- Provides Culinary Leadership to Chefs within the respective Territory
- Assists with training, coaching, and development of Culinary personnel within assigned territory
- Completes all required reports, logs, and Core Culinary Reviews in a timely manner
- Communicates effectively with Corporate Executive Chef, Regional Director of Operations, and unit level Chefs via email, conference calls, etc
- Reads and complies with all policies and procedures of Compass as appropriate
- Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of quality and service at all points of contact
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Culinary Arts Degree from a recognized Culinary school (i.e. CIA, Johnson and Wales)
- Five (5) years of progressive food service production management experience
- Previous experience in K-12 schools or healthcare strongly preferred.
- Previous multi-unit experience preferred.
- Serv-Safe Certification
- Must be computer literate able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Webtrition Software packages
- This position will require 60% travel.
- Certified Executive Chef Preferred
Great People. Great Service. Great Results.
At Compass Group North America, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you're looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group North America is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry's best.
Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group North America is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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