Full-Time

Executive Chef

Continental Services

Continental Services

201-500 employees

Contract dining and corporate catering services

Compensation Overview

$65k - $68k/yr

Rochester Hills, MI, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Food Service & Hospitality (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Forecasting

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in culinary or hospitality, or equivalent work experience in the industry.
  • At least five years of culinary experience is required.
  • ServSafe Manager and Allergen certifications are preferred; candidates without them must be willing to obtain them through the ServSafe training program.
  • Advanced knowledge of food preparation practices is required.
  • Ability to prepare a wide range of culinary offerings.
  • Ability to teach and train staff to execute food preparation.
  • Strong computer skills are required.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to maintain and build relationships with existing and potential clients and industry contacts.
Responsibilities
  • Manage the culinary team day to day to ensure food production and overall food quality.
  • Communicate with staff, train staff on kitchen procedures, plan weekly production, and schedule appropriately.
  • Work offsite events, write plans for large events, and visit events to ensure quality.
  • Execute breakfast, lunch, and special events.
  • Conduct daily line checks and check food items for quality before each meal service.
  • Communicate food and service issues to staff and drive continuous improvement.
  • Manage the culinary team, including Sous Chef, cooks, and dishwasher staff, ensuring work is complete and accurate.
  • Develop menus and research new culinary trends and menu ideas.
  • Oversee menu testing, prototyping, recipe compliance, and recipe generation.
  • Complete weekly production sheets.
  • Complete weekly scheduling and forecast culinary production and event needs.
  • Manage kitchen cleanliness.
  • Oversee culinary staff development, training, and team-building plans.
  • Manage inventory and the ordering process.
  • Assist the General Manager in achieving financial goals by managing food costs.
  • Attend regular culinary management meetings.
  • Provide leadership as a working manager at the restaurant and events.
  • Participate in interviewing, selecting, and assessing talent.
  • Set performance expectations and work hours, and delegate responsibilities.
  • Make hiring, firing, and promotional decisions.
  • Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities.
  • Resolve employee concerns, escalated issues, and grievances.
  • Assist the General Manager with annual employee evaluations.
  • Develop training programs and materials.
  • Complete additional projects and assignments as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least five years of culinary experience in a large kitchen is strongly preferred.
  • Prior management experience is strongly preferred.
  • A professional demeanor, pleasant personality, positive attitude, and neat, well-groomed appearance are expected.

Continental Services is a contract dining management company that provides fresh, handcrafted food for corporate workplaces, grab-and-go pantry-style vending, special events, and luxury yachts. The company runs on long-term contracts and event-based services, delivering tailored dining solutions through on-site staffing, menu design, catering operations, and specialized yacht provisioning. By managing client needs end-to-end, Continental ensures high-quality food and reliable service for businesses, events, and luxury vessels. What sets Continental apart is its collaborative culture, flexible hours, and a track record of adapting to crises (notably its COVID-19 response, where it fed frontline health workers), along with its focus on reimagining workplace dining. The company’s goal is to be a trusted partner for corporate dining, events, and luxury hospitality by delivering customized, consistent, and dependable food experiences while supporting clients’ operational needs.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Troy, Michigan

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • Continental claims more than 3,000 clients, including Fortune 100 companies, as of April 2026.
  • Updated July 2026 materials highlight award-winning teams and 24/7 service technicians.
  • Its Midwest footprint spans Detroit, Cleveland, Columbus, Indianapolis, and other dense markets.

What critics are saying

  • Private-equity ownership shifted to Morgan Street Holdings in November 2024, pressuring exit-driven execution.
  • Michigan Central and similar premium accounts concentrate revenue in event-driven, discretionary spending.
  • Workplace dining demand stays fragile if remote work reduces on-site headcount through 2026.

What makes Continental Services unique

  • Detroit-founded since 1989, Continental serves workplaces, events, and yachts across the Midwest.
  • It pairs contract dining with micro-markets, coffee, delivery, and custom culinary programs.
  • Michigan Central named Continental exclusive catering partner on April 20, 2026.

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Company News

Yahoo Finance
Nov 13th, 2024
New Heritage Capital Exits Investment in Portfolio Company, Continental Services

BOSTON, November 13, 2024--New Heritage Capital Exits Investment in Portfolio Company, Continental Services