CATERING CHEF (CORPORATE DINING) - CHARLOTTE, NC

Company: Eurest
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Title: CATERING CHEF (CORPORATE DINING) - CHARLOTTE, NC Salary: $65000 - $70000 / year As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. Job Summary The Catering Chef is responsible for leading and executing high-quality catering services in support of a corporate dining account in Charlotte, NC. This role requires a hands-on culinary leader with a strong foundation in culinary techniques, menu development, and food presentation, as well as the ability to lead, train, and motivate a team. The Catering Chef will collaborate closely with operations and client stakeholders to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and service standards while maintaining compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies. The ideal candidate brings both culinary expertise and proven leadership skills to deliver an elevated dining experience in a fast-paced, professional environment. Key Responsibilities: Assists in the creation and recommends menu changes Recommends and implements procedural/production changes Assures compliance with all sanitation Serve-Safe and safety requirements Performs culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, and purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: Culinary Degree Required, Associates Degree Preferred 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience preferred High volume production and catering experience Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation Desire to work with an industry leader preferred Apply to Eurest today! Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Eurest 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass -usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage - Transparency_Eurest.pdf 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. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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