Traveling Executive Chef

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 / year

 

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

We are seeking an experienced, adaptable Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations across multiple accounts. This role requires weekly travel and provides support in both culinary and front-of-house operations. The ideal candidate is energetic, entrepreneurial, and comfortable working across varied business models, services, and cuisines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead food production, following corporate standards for recipes, portioning, and presentation.

• Develop and adjust menus per guidelines.

• Train and mentor staff in culinary techniques, equipment use, and sanitation.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.

• Manage inventory and food cost controls.

• Enforce cleaning and maintenance schedules.

• Support FOH operations when culinary needs are limited.

• Adapt quickly to changing supervisors and account needs.

• Participate in client satisfaction initiatives and staff development.

Travel & Location

• Weekly travel required.

• Accounts spread across regions with limited direct flight options (exceptions: Chicago and Atlanta).

• Must be comfortable with frequent changes in reporting structure.

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.

• Adaptability across cuisines, service styles, and business models.

• High-volume, complex operations experience (institutional and batch cooking preferred).

• Strong catering and hands-on chef background.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet tools.

• ServSafe certification preferred.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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 for paid time off benefits information.

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: 1463102

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