SOUS CHEF

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary operations at a prestigious educational facility. This role involves overseeing the preparation and cooking of diverse food items, managing a team, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will bring extensive culinary experience and leadership skills to create an exceptional dining experience for students and staff. Join a dynamic team that values growth, creativity, and quality in every dish served. This opportunity not only offers a chance to showcase your culinary talents but also provides a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Free Meals

Free Parking

Opportunities for Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• 5 years of culinary experience with 1 year in management.
• Knowledge of food trends, quality, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking various food items.
• Manage cost controls and assist in menu planning.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Leadership Skills

Menu Planning

Food Safety Knowledge

Cost Control

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

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• We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position.
• Address: Texas A&M University, 878 Houston Street, College Station, TX 77840. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full Time; Monday through Friday, open availability, including some weekends. The schedule varies based on business needs.
• Details: The Sous Chef will manage a team of up to 10 employees through prep and service.
• Requirement: Food service and leadership experience required.
• Perks: Free meals and parking.

Location: Texas A&M University

Job Summary

Summary: As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. This includes adhering to the client’s culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and the company’s standards and expectations of food quality, freshness and presentation. The Sous Chef I also motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house associates preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Assists with planning and creating menus.
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.
• Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
• Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.
• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.