SENIOR SOUS CHEF, HOSPITAL

Compass Group USA; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

TouchPoint, a member of Compass Group USA, seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a hospital setting. You will work with the Executive Chef on menu development, production, and presentation, while supervising culinary staff and coordinating catering events.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, collaborative, and driven to deliver high-quality food and service in a high-volume healthcare environment. Growth opportunities abound within a dynamic operation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (A.O.S.) in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate with applicable experience.
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Catering experience preferred.
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable.
• Healthcare or institutional cooking experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends with emphasis on quality, efficiency, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email.
• ServSafe certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
• Assist with menu planning, development, and execution.
• Ensure consistent preparation, production, and presentation of menu items.
• Supervise and support hourly culinary associates as assigned.
• Execute and support catering events and special functions.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and food cost controls.
• Help roll out new culinary programs with corporate culinary and marketing teams.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and programs.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team supervision

Menu development

Catering & events

Cost controls

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Email

ServSafe certification

Job description

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TouchPoint, Support Services,provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.

Job Summary

TheSenior Sous Chefplays a key role in supporting the successful daily operations of the Culinary Department at a hospital facility. This position partners closely with the Executive Chef to oversee food preparation, menu development, team supervision, and culinary execution in a high‑volume healthcare environment. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, collaborative, and passionate about delivering high‑quality food and service. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and entrepreneurial culinary professional looking to grow within a dynamic operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Assist with menu planning, development, and execution
• Ensure consistent preparation, production, and presentation of menu items
• Supervise and support hourly culinary associates as assigned
• Execute and support catering events and special functions
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
• Help roll out new culinary programs in collaboration with the corporate culinary and marketing teams
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and programs
• Additional duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (A.O.S.) in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate with applicable experience
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience (based on education/training)
• Catering experience preferred
• Experience in high‑volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable
• Institutional, healthcare, or batch cooking experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of current food and catering trends with a focus on quality, efficiency, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email
• ServSafe certification strongly preferred

TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USA

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 Touchpoint are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Touchpoint maintains a drugfree workplace.