Chef Manager- St. Stephens Episcopal Day School - Miami, FL

Compass Group
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Miami
3439 Main Highway (Show on map)
Apr 09, 2025
FISD Position Title: Chef Manager Salary: $60,000-$75,000/yearly Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school food service across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional food service experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just food service - we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what's right, every time. *We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.* This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Click *here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.* Join FISD at St. Stephen's Episcopal Day School (Miami, FL) FISD is committed to providing exceptional food service in educational environments. We are seeking a growth-minded Chef Manager for St. Stephen's Episcopal Day School in Miami, FL, a prestigious private school serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. This role will be responsible for overseeing all culinary and food service operations, ensuring high-quality meals are served sustainably and efficiently. The Chef Manager will oversee the culinary and food service operations, ensuring the successful execution of an inclusive lunch program, which provides nutritious, sustainable, and delicious meals to students and staff. The role will also require flexibility to cater to special weekend events. Key Responsibilities: Manage all culinary operations for the school's inclusive lunch program, including menu development, preparation, and service, Monday through Friday. Oversee catering for special school events, including occasional weekend events (typically once or twice a month, either Saturday or Sunday). Handle inventory management, ordering, and receiving food and supplies. Ensure the quality, presentation, and nutritional value of all meals served. Control food costs and work to meet budgetary goals, including P&L accountability. Foster a sustainable food service operation by sourcing local ingredients and implementing eco-friendly practices. Manage food service staff and ensure they are trained in all aspects of food preparation, sanitation, and safety. Maintain compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP. Ensure that all catering events are executed to the highest standards of quality and presentation. Communicate effectively with the school community, including staff, students, and parents. Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three years of culinary management experience in food service contract management, corporate settings, education environments, fine dining, or country clubs. Ability to be flexible for catering events on Saturdays and Sundays, as needed Spanish-speaking is required to effectively communicate with the community. Strong understanding of inventory control, cost management, and P&L accountability. Experience with high-end catering is highly preferred. Strong knowledge of food trends, menu development, food safety, sanitation, and presentation. Experience with exposition cooking and large-scale catering events is essential. HACCP knowledge and experience is a must. ServSafe certification is highly desirable. Additional Information: Competitive salary and benefits package. This is a year-round, full-time position with a Monday through Friday lunch schedule and occasional weekend catering commitments. Ideal candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance to Miami, FL. Apply to Flik today! Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Flik Independent School Dining 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 for paid time off benefits information. Req ID:1413815 FISD NANCY M TEIXEIRA [[req_classification