Corporate Chef in Summit, New Jersey

A pharmaceutical company based in Summit, New Jersey, is seeking a Corporate Chef to lead the culinary program for its brand-new kitchen. This is a unique opportunity for a creative and innovative chef to have input in the layout, design, and vision of the space while building a program that enhances company culture and supports staff wellness.

The Corporate Chef will be responsible for planning, preparing, and serving daily meals for employees, including both family-style service and grab-and-go options that are fresh, balanced, and approachable. The role requires someone with a strong culinary background, a passion for seasonal and high-quality ingredients, and the creativity to design menus that evolve and inspire. Experience with halal cooking is a requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on and consult in the design and layout of the new kitchen.

• Develop and execute rotating menus that include both family-style meals and grab-and-go options.

• Source fresh, high-quality ingredients and build strong vendor relationships.

• Ensure dietary needs and preferences (including halal) are met with care and consistency.

• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and compliance in the kitchen at all times.

• Create a warm, inviting, and community-driven dining experience for employees.

• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and budgeting.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a chef in a corporate, hospitality, or private setting.

• Strong culinary creativity with the ability to design and execute diverse menus.

• Knowledge and proven experience cooking halal meals is required.

• Excellent leadership, organization, and time-management skills.

• Ability to balance high-quality execution with efficiency for daily service.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster a positive dining culture.

Location: Summit, NJ (Onsite)

Salary: $100,000+ DOE