Regional Sous Chef

Compass Group, North America; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national food and nutrition services company is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef. This role involves 100% regional travel within Southern Illinois and responsibilities for culinary management including food cost oversight and menu planning. Ideal candidates will have progressive culinary experience and must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs. Competitive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and flexible time off.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be experienced with computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.
• Experience in high volume and complex foodservice operations, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Travel 100% regionally in Southern IL market.
• Assist Executive Chefs with managing food and labor costs.
• Plan and create menus for healthcare accounts.

Skills

Culinary arts

Menu planning

Kitchen management

Food production

Cost control

Catering experience

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

Salary: $60,000-65,000

The Sous Chef is based out of South/South Central, IL and will travel 100% of the time

Region: this Sous Chef supports 9 different healthcare accounts in Southern IL and potentially 4 in Northeastern WI

Schedule: Based on business needs - shifts between 6a and 6p, primarily M - F

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems.

Job Summary

Traveling/Regional Sous Chef

Are you passionate about culinary arts and ready to take your career to the next level?

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our dynamic team, supporting our healthcare clients in the Southern Illinois region.

Key Responsibilities:

• 100% Regional Travel within our Southern IL market (ex: Springfield, Effingham, Mattoon, Pana, Litchfield). Occassionally assisting in Northeastern WI.
• Assists the Executive Chefs/Directors with managing food and labor cost for the accounts
• Assists the Executive Chefs/Directors with planning and creating menus
• Produces and executes catering events
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Based in Southern IL for proximity to territory/region
• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience, preferably in healthcare or higher education
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
• Catering experience a plus
• A focus on food quality, production, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

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.