Executive Sous Chef

AECOM; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to support the Executive Chef in kitchen operations. The role involves ensuring a safe work environment, preparing meals, and managing employee performance to deliver high-quality culinary experiences. Candidates should have a degree in Culinary Arts, relevant experience, and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Discount Marketplace

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience.
• Applied food service sanitation certification (SERVSAFE, HACCP).
• Mastery of a variety of kitchen positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef to ensure compliance with all requirements.
• Motivate and train back of house employees.
• Manage cost controls and expenditures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Food Cost Management

Leadership

Education

B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with specialized training

Job description

Morrison Living

Salary: 65,000.00 - 75,000.00

Other Forms of Compensation:

Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining experiences for over a century. Embedded in our culture, we deliver exceptional service and aim to be the best part of someone’s day. The commitment of our team members to these core principles makes us an industry leader and an employer of choice for hospitality professionals.

Everything we do means more when it’s served with care. The exceptional care and culinary artistry of our team members is nurtured by training, developing, and recognizing our greatest asset – our people. This approach makes the Morrison Living difference. Join us and discover how we build community one meal at a time.

Job Summary

This individual will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. Key Responsibilities:

+ Assists Executive Chef to assure compliance with all sanitation, ServSafe, safety, production, and merchandising requirements

+ Motivates, trains, develops and directs the back of house employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and sectors

+ Ensures that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost effective manner

+ Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation

+ Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account

+ Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams

+ Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

+ B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training

+ 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience

+ Mastery of a wide variety of kitchen positions and stations

+ Ability to think on their feet, as well as create, produce, and serve on the fly

+ Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification

+ Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills

+ Applied food service sanitation certification, SERVSAFE, and/or HACCP federal guideline certification

+ Demonstrated understanding of current culinary market/trends and creative food presentation preferred

Apply to Morrison Living today!

Morrison Living is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

Associates at Morrison Living are offered many fantastic benefits.

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance/ AD

+ Disability Insurance

+ Retirement Plan

+ Flexible Time Off

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

+ Personal Leave

+ Associate Shopping Program

+ Health and Wellness Programs

+ Discount Marketplace

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Pet Insurance

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Living maintains a drug-free workplace.

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_MorrisonLiving.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1431501

Morrison Living

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