SRGE2
Located in Kentwood, MI
Pay: $60,000-$70,000/YR., BOE
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Chef Manager Job Summary
A manufacturing company in West Michigan is seeking a skilled and creative Chef Manager to oversee daily operations of its Corporate Office Café and manage all corporate catering services. This full-time, daytime position combines hands-on culinary expertise with menu development, team leadership, and event coordination. The Chef Manager will design fresh, seasonal menus; deliver exceptional dining experiences for employees and guests; and ensure efficient, high-quality catering for on-site and off-site events. The ideal candidate is an experienced culinary professional with strong leadership abilities, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for elevating workplace dining.
Chef Manager Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and execute breakfast and lunch service for the corporate café
- Develop innovative rotating menus that promote wellness and employee satisfaction
- Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, and customer service
- Manage daily kitchen operations, including prep schedules, sanitation, and closing procedures
- Monitor inventory levels, manage vendor relationships, and maintain food cost controls
- Plan and execute catering for on-site and off-site company meetings, events, and facility locations
- Coordinate logistics for food transport, setup, service, and event execution
- Collaborate with internal departments to tailor menus based on dietary needs, budgets, and event requirements
- Create themed, seasonal, or specialty catering options to support company culture and engagement
- Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen and service staff to ensure consistent quality
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and safety-focused team environment
- Work closely with HR, Facilities, and Operations teams to ensure food services support company goals and initiatives
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness, equipment functionality, and required documentation
- Oversee proper storage, handling, and safe transport of food for off-site catering
Schedule & Pay:
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday 6am-2:30pm with occasional evenings or weekends for special events or catering.
Pay: $60,000-$70,000/YR., BOE
Chef Manager Qualifications:
Required:
- 3–5 years of professional culinary experience, including supervisory or lead chef responsibilities
- Experience in corporate dining, café operations, or large-scale catering
- Strong culinary skills in menu development, batch cooking, and event execution
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with strong attention to detail
- Current SERV Safe Food Manager Certification
- Valid driver’s license for off-site catering responsibilities
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Preferred:
- Culinary Arts degree or equivalent professional training
- Experience with sustainable sourcing, cost control, or menu costing tools
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Call our office: 616-608-9678 (direct) | 616-608-9681 (office)
Visit us: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, Wyoming, MI 49519 (Inside the Chateau Centre)
Location: West Michigan
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
About Specialized Recruiting Group, an Express Employment Professionals Company:
Specialized Recruiting Group is a professional and executive search firm specializing in engineering, operations, human resources, and other critical roles. Since 1996, we’ve connected talented professionals with companies that align with their values and goals. We are driven to help people succeed and are passionate about making a positive impact.
Grand Rapids, MI
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1760 44th St SW
#10
Grand Rapids, MI 49519
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