Catering Sous Chef - Santa Clara University

Bon Appétit Management Company; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A leading catering company in California is seeking a Catering Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing culinary operations. The role involves overseeing food preparation, controlling costs, and ensuring high standards in quality, presentation, and sanitation. Ideal candidates should have an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and relevant catering experience. This position provides opportunities for creativity in a fast-paced environment and offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in high volume, complex foodservice operations.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily culinary operations.
• Plan and develop menus for catering and special events.
• Oversee preparation, production, and execution of catering events.

Skills

Catering experience

Menu development

Food preparation

Inventory management

Cost control

Knowledge of food trends

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Bon Appetit

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 / year

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

The Catering Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in leading all culinary operations with a strong focus on catering execution. This role oversees food preparation, assists with menu development, manages cost controls, and ensures high standards in quality, presentation, and sanitation. The schedule is flexible and driven by the needs of the catering business, including evenings and special events. This position is ideal for a hands on culinary leader who thrives in a fast paced, event driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily culinary operations
• Plan and develop menus for catering and special events
• Oversee preparation, production, and execution of catering events
• Supervise and support hourly culinary associates
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
• Implement new culinary programs in partnership with marketing and culinary teams
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Participate in client satisfaction initiatives and events

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
• Catering experience preferred
• Experience in high volume, complex foodservice operations
• Institutional and batch cooking experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of food trends, quality standards, production, sanitation, and cost control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general computer use
• ServSafe certification preferred

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

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Associates at Bon Appetit 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.

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1511548

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