Senior Sous Chef

Compass Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to join their team in Philadelphia. This hands-on role is perfect for culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences. You'll oversee kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while managing costs effectively. Join a team that values passion, flexibility, and innovative problem-solving, and take your culinary career to the next level in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience required.
• Strong understanding of food cost management and quality identification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure high-quality food is creatively prepared and presented.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Food Cost Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Salary:$60,000 - $75,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Pay Grade:11

Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.

"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck

Success on our team starts with our culture:

• We have Wolfgang's PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
• A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
• Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
• We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don't have to.
• We curate company and partner resources to bring our client's vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
• We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
• Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.

"I can have the best food, but if we don't have good people, it won't get you very far."

Job Summary

Are you a hands-on, get-it-done culinary professional? We're looking for a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to join our team at the Fillmore Philadelphia. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.
• Ensure high-quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner.
• Carry out all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation.
• Support the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams.
• Supervise associates to ensure the cleanliness, organization, and overall sanitation of the kitchen.
• Oversee and manage all concessions-related activities to ensure efficient and high-quality service, including menu development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management, or a related field; or an A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training.
• 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, product and quality identification, and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid 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)

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree 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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID:1420496

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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