Executive Chef - Emory University

Bon Appetit Management Company is a distinguished contract food service company known for its dedication to exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service. Unlike typical corporate food service providers, Bon Appetit emphasizes creativity and individuality by allowing chefs and managers the freedom to innovate and adapt to current culinary trends rather than following standardized recipes or relying on central commissaries. This approach fosters an environment where culinary professionals can express their creativity, take culinary risks, and bring fresh, high-quality food to their cafes, providing an enriching experience for both the staff and the customers. As a part of the Compass Group USA, a global leader in foodservice management, Bon Appetit benefits from extensive resources and a broad network but maintains its unique culture of culinary excellence and personalized service. This company is passionate about fostering growth and development among its staff, encouraging them to learn, experiment, and excel in their fields. Bon Appetit’s rapid expansion and wide array of accounts offer exciting career advancement opportunities for motivated culinary professionals. The Executive Chef position at Bon Appetit is a key leadership role responsible for managing all culinary operations at a high-volume dining account located at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. With an annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000, this home-based role emphasizes culinary excellence, operational efficiency, and team leadership. The Executive Chef is tasked with overseeing a culinary team, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards, and driving food quality to meet and exceed customer expectations. The position involves managing food cost controls, purchasing, inventory management, and the development of dynamic, high-quality menus that reflect current food trends and customer preferences. Furthermore, this role includes leading new culinary program rollouts in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams to enhance the overall dining experience. While the position is primarily home-based, it requires some travel depending on operational needs, with potential future relocation. This role suits culinary professionals with proven management experience, a high-volume production background, and a passion for innovation and growth within a leading foodservice organization. Bon Appetit supports its employees with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and many wellness and assistance programs, promoting a supportive and rewarding work environment.

• culinary degree preferred
• 3-5 years of proven culinary management experience
• experience in high-volume production and catering
• strong knowledge of food and labor cost management
• ability to lead and motivate a team
• willingness to travel as needed
• excellent organizational and communication skills