Culinary Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Toledo, Ohio, United States Compass Group USA Full time

At Chartwells Higher Education, part of Compass Group USA, we are redefining the dining experience across more than 300 college and university campuses nationwide. Our mission is to challenge conventional dining norms and establish new benchmarks by creating innovative, technology-driven, and food-centric social environments that foster community and meaningful interactions.

We are on the lookout for dedicated, humble, and intelligent individuals eager to join a diverse team and grow within our organization. We invite you to embark on your career journey with us.

Position Overview

We are excited to offer a Culinary Operations Manager position within our expanding business. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the culinary and food service operations, ensuring excellence in both areas.

This is a full-time salaried position with a compensation range of $50,000 - $55,000 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits and paid time off.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support culinary operations including food preparation, inventory management, ordering, and receiving.
  • Expertise in menu creation, cost management, procurement, and inventory control, with an emphasis on sourcing and utilizing local ingredients.
  • A strong commitment to sustainability practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with HACCP principles.
  • A minimum of three years of culinary experience in food service, fine dining, or restaurant environments, with knowledge of inventory and purchasing management.
  • In-depth understanding of food and catering trends, focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost management, and presentation.
  • ServSafe certification is advantageous.

Join Chartwells Higher Education today

Chartwells Higher Education is a proud member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair treatment of all applicants and associates based on their abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, gender, 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 reasonable accommodation. Please note that this job posting is not an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Chartwells Higher Education maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Education enjoy a variety of excellent benefits, including:

  • 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)


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