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Culinary Director

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Compass Group USA Full time
Job Summary

This senior culinary professional is responsible for leading all culinary functions for business dining accounts in a given geographical area. This position will support various accounts in Illinois and up to 30% travel outside of Illinois.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develops and implements operational plans and systems to ensure contractual obligations are met.
  • Manages cost controls and expenditure for the region.
  • Acts as a Regional leader who models competencies and behaviors that support company values.
  • Plans and creates menus to include influencing the menu for chef's tables, catering expos, etc.
  • Develops and communicates strategies for improving customer experience.
  • Interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, suppliers, clients, and customers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Culinary Degree, or comparable four-year culinary development experience.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience, multi-unit experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate on various levels to include management, departmental, customer, and associate levels.
  • Strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management, and coaching skills.
  • Strong financial acumen, proven P&L experience, budgetary, and food control practices.
  • A demonstrated ability to assess and grow people, operations, equipment, and revenue.
  • Willing to travel throughout the region.
  • Computer skills and experience with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, preferred.