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Executive Chef- FSH Academy

Compass Group
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, California, La Canada Flintridge
440 Saint Katherine Drive (Show on map)
May 23, 2025
CulinArt Sector Salary: $80,000-$85,000/yr CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafes, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt's extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions. Join Our Culinary Team at FSH Academy We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations at FSH Academy, an all-girls Catholic boarding and day school in La Canada Flintridge, CA. This role involves managing kitchen staff, menu planning, and ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment. This key culinary role will be involved in student engagement and client interactions, making this a hands-on and community-focused position. Key Responsibilities: Coordinates activities of kitchen personnel engaged in preparation of food service Ensures that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams Supervise a team of 8 kitchen staff, ensuring the cleanliness, organization, and overall sanitation of the kitchen, adhering to strict health and safety regulations Engage with students and clients, fostering a positive dining experience and building strong relationships within the campus community. Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant culinary management experience Experience in Food Service contract management preferred. Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training Why Join Us? At CulinArt Group, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. As an Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, contribute to the development of new culinary programs, and play a key role in shaping the culinary experience of the students and staff at FSH Academy. Apply to CulinArt today! CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA 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. 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. Associates at CulinArt 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. Req ID:1426655 CulinArt Sector NANCY M TEIXEIRA [[req_classification