Chef Manager - White Plains, New York

Chef Manager•White Plains, New York White Plains, NY Job Details Full-time $60,000•$75,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Pet insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Cost management Menu design Employee onboarding Financial forecasting Pricing Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Food safety management Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Operations management Vendor management ServSafe Fine dining experience Staff scheduling Regulatory compliance Safety standards in production Cooking Production inventory management Managing hospitality teams Financial management report preparation Cost control 3 years Administrative experience Sanitation procedures Budget forecasting Team development Hiring Culinary Arts Financial operations management Kitchen cost control HACCP Continuous improvement Team management Production planning Kitchen staff training Mentoring Vendor relationship management Profit & Loss statement Microsoft Teams Food ordering Guest services Kitchen staff scheduling Senior level Training Onboarding process management Profit and loss analysis Leadership Payroll processing Regulatory compliance management Staff development Performance evaluation

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$60000•$75000 / year

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N/A A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. 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. Job Summary The Chef Manager is responsible for leading all culinary and foodservice operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, sustainability, and guest satisfaction. This position blends hands‑on culinary leadership with administrative and operational responsibilities, including inventory management, cost control, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is a skilled culinarian with strong leadership abilities and a passion for scratch cooking, seasonal ingredients, and sustainable practices. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of culinary operations, including production, menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and sanitation Manage full foodservice operations, including inventory control, ordering, receiving, and vendor relationships Ensure compliance with HACCP standards, health regulations, and company food safety policies Collaborate with the culinary and service teams on creative menu development emphasizing local and sustainable ingredients Maintain P&L accountability; oversee food and labor costs, and support financial reporting and forecasting Lead hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management for frontline team members Train, mentor, and coach culinary and service teams to uphold service standards and culinary excellence Ensure attention to detail across front‑ and back‑of‑house operations, including cleanliness, signage, menu displays, and pricing Support special events and community dining initiatives as applicable Oversee administrative functions such as payroll, invoicing, and weekly/month‑end reporting Champion a culture of safety, partnership, and continuous improvement across the operation Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or high‑volume restaurant environments Strong understanding of P&L management; experience in a contract‑managed service environment preferred Confirmed expertise in menu development, production planning, cost control, and inventory management. Extensive knowledge of culinary trends, sustainability practices, and food safety regulations. Knowledge of exhibition cooking and interacting with guests in a customer-focused environment. Effective team leadership and performance management skills, including conducting performance evaluations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). ServSafe Certification preferred. Culinary degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred. Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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.

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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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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1524385 Compass Corporate

STEPHANIE FREER

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