Traveling Executive Chef

Compass Group•Atlanta, GA

23h•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

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 SummaryThe Traveling Executive Chef oversees all culinary operations across assigned dining accounts. This role leads culinary teams, ensures food quality and safety standards, manages financial performance, and supports the rollout of new programs. Frequent travel between locations is required.

Requirements

Culinary degree preferred
3 to 5 years of culinary management experience
High volume production and catering experience required
Proven experience managing cost controls and budgets
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to travel frequently and work in multiple locations
Growth oriented mindset with a commitment to operational excellence

Responsibilities

Lead and develop culinary teams across multiple accounts
Oversee food quality, presentation, and execution standards
Manage food and labor costs and control overall expenditures
Plan, develop, and implement menus
Oversee purchasing and inventory management
Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
Support the launch of new culinary initiatives in partnership with marketing and leadership
Travel frequently to support operations and business needs