Executive Sous Chef — Premium Catering Leader

Eurest USA; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

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

Job summary

Eurest in Redmond, WA seeks a Catering Executive Sous Chef to lead high-end catering operations in a unionized environment, directing production, menu innovation, and labor planning to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You'll collaborate with service leads, enforce food safety standards, manage costs, and mentor a diverse culinary team while upholding Compass Group policies and CBAs.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Culinary techniques

Production planning

Inventory systems

Event management

Financial acumen

Labor forecasting

Budgeting

Cost control

Resource optimization

Education

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Job description

Eurest in Redmond, WA seeks a Catering Executive Sous Chef to lead high-end catering operations in a unionized environment, directing production, menu innovation, and labor planning to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You'll collaborate with service leads, enforce food safety standards, manage costs, and mentor a diverse culinary team while upholding Compass Group policies and CBAs.