Executive Catering Sous Chef — Lead High-End Events

Compass Group USA; Redmond (WA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Eurest, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Catering Executive Sous Chef to lead high-end culinary operations within a unionized environment in the Redmond area. You will direct daily production, maintain culinary excellence, safety standards, and oversee labor relations while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will collaborate with internal teams, mentor kitchen staff, manage costs, and ensure flawless event execution from planning to plating.

Formación

• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of culinary management experience in high-end catering, hotel, or fine dining.
• Union experience preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in culinary techniques, production planning, inventory systems, and event management.
• Strong financial acumen with skills in labor forecasting, budgeting, cost control, and resource optimization.
• Unwavering commitment to food safety, sanitation standards, and quality assurance protocols.
• Ability to stand for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen environment, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, and equipment operation.
• Work in varying conditions including heat, humidity, noise, and kitchen equipment while following all safety standards, PPE requirements, and supporting a safe, inclusive workplace.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the preparation, production, and precise plating of culinary items for high-end catered engagements.
• Develops innovative menus, sources premium ingredients, and ensures adherence to recipes and culinary standards.
• Accurately forecasts food and labor needs, manages inventory effectively, and optimizes purchasing to maintain cost efficiency.
• Manages financial targets by reducing waste, optimizing product yield, and closely tracking expenses.
• Collaborate proactively with the front-of-house to ensure seamless event execution and guest satisfaction.
• Ensures kitchen facilities meet rigorous sanitation, cleanliness, and compliance standards in alignment with corporate policies and local regulations.
• Conducts daily pre-service meetings and team huddles to set clear expectations and promote high operational standards.
• Demonstrates a customer-centric approach, interacting professionally and positively with guests and clients.

Conocimientos

Culinary leadership

Union experience

Budgeting & cost control

Inventory systems

Event management

Communication skills

Labor forecasting

Educación

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Eurest, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Catering Executive Sous Chef to lead high-end culinary operations within a unionized environment in the Redmond area. You will direct daily production, maintain culinary excellence, safety standards, and oversee labor relations while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will collaborate with internal teams, mentor kitchen staff, manage costs, and ensure flawless event execution from planning to plating.