Eurest
Salary: $85000 - $90000 /year
Pay Grade: 13
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As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
Job Summary
The Culinary Operations Manager is a hands-on culinary leader responsible for delivering exceptional food experiences across daily service, catering, and special events. This role champions culinary excellence through high-quality execution, team development, and operational discipline. The manager works closely with culinary and service teams to ensure flavorful, visually appealing food, efficient operations, and adherence to all food safety and quality standards. A strong focus is placed on menu innovation, kitchen leadership, and maintaining a clean, safe, and inspiring back-of-house environment.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership & Execution
Lead all aspects of food production, ensuring taste, consistency, and presentation meet premium standards.
Guide menu execution and innovation, including seasonal features, culinary activations, and specialty offerings.
Conduct line checks, tastings, and service audits to maintain quality and consistency across all dayparts and platforms.
Oversee catering and special event culinary execution, ensuring precision and creativity at scale.
Back-of-House Operations & Standards
Enforce culinary SOPs, HACCP protocols, production logs, and sanitation procedures.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment that meets Compass and regulatory standards.
Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and small wares maintenance with accuracy and efficiency.
Submit and track work orders to ensure all culinary equipment remains in proper working condition.
Team Management & Development
Hire, train, and mentor culinary and hourly staff, fostering a positive and high-performing team culture.
Oversee scheduling, PTO, payroll, and labor planning to meet business needs.
Lead safety training and uphold team accountability for sanitation and operational procedures.
Financial Oversight
Control food costs through waste management, accurate ordering, and cross-utilization strategies.
Maintain all administrative documentation including invoices, food safety logs, and training records.
Contribute to budget management and overall P&L performance through sound culinary decision-making.
Client & Guest Engagement
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to align food offerings with brand and guest expectations.
Uphold a customer-focused mindset across all touchpoints of the culinary experience.
Represent the culinary vision in client meetings and site walk-throughs.
Preferred Qualifications
B.S. in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, or related field (or A.A. + relevant experience).
5-7 years of culinary and operational management experience in a high-volume or premium setting.
Deep knowledge of culinary trends, production, sanitation, food costing, and presentation.
P&L experience within contract-managed services or corporate dining is highly desirable.
Strong leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.
Experience in union environments preferred.
ServSafe certified; Washington State MAST permit required.
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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.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Eurest 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\WageTransparency\Eurest.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
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Eurest
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