Executive Chef, Corporate Dining & Bar Operations
Overview
You will lead culinary operations for NVIDIA's corporate campus, serving thousands of employees daily. You will own the entire back-of-house program, from menu innovation to evening grab-and-go production. You will partner with the on-site bar to craft food pairings for beer and wine. Your team of 20+ culinary professionals will rely on your mentorship. This role demands a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment. You will have the freedom to take culinary risks and shape the dining experience for one of the world's most innovative companies.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead all back-of-house operations at NVIDIA, ensuring a safe, clean, and organized kitchen.
- 2Oversee the culinary program for the on-site bar, developing menus that pair with beer and wine.
- 3Manage PM grab-and-go production, maintaining quality and freshness for 2,000+ daily orders.
- 4Develop seasonal, globally inspired menus aligned with NVIDIA's wellness initiatives.
- 5Train and mentor kitchen staff in techniques, safety, and ServSafe standards.
- 6Partner with operations leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences across dining services.
- 7Control food and labor costs through inventory management and waste reduction.
- 8Ensure compliance with all FDA and state food safety regulations.
- 9Drive innovation by introducing new culinary concepts and sustainable practices.
- 10Support high-profile events and executive dining with catering excellence.
Requirements10
- 13-5 years of progressive culinary leadership in high-volume foodservice or corporate dining.
- 2Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent training and experience.
- 3Hands-on Executive Chef or Sous Chef experience with strong operational expertise.
- 4Experience overseeing bar food programs with knowledge of beer and wine pairings.
- 5Proven ability to manage grab-and-go or retail food production programs.
- 6Extensive catering and special events experience preferred.
- 7Strong knowledge of global cuisine, wellness dining, and sustainability trends.
- 8Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and cost control.
- 9Proficiency with Microsoft Office, inventory systems, and culinary management software.
- 10ServSafe Certification required.
Salary Insight
$100 - $115k per year
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