Sous Chef

Compass Group, North America; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; 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

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appétit is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the culinary leadership team at Carthage College. You will lead daily kitchen operations, support culinary innovation, develop team members, and ensure quality, safety, and consistency across programs.

The ideal candidate brings strong culinary skills, high-volume experience, and a focus on HACCP and safe, quality food. Join a team that values creativity, growth, and teamwork in a dynamic campus dining environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership in hospitality environments.
• Experience in high-volume food service operations.
• Know-how of food prep techniques and kitchen ops.
• Experience mentoring kitchen staff in fast-paced settings.
• Understanding of HACCP, sanitation and compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple duties with attention to detail.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training/apprenticeship.
• Experience supporting multiple meal periods/outlets.
• Scratch cooking and quality ingredient focus.
• Catering/banquet experience.
• Inventory, ordering and food cost management experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency with food service tech and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations across dining venues, catering and events.
• Support menu execution, food prep, production planning and QC.
• Ensure food prepared matches recipes, standards and guest expectations.
• Drive culinary creativity with seasonal offerings and new ideas.
• Monitor production levels and adjust to service demand.
• Coach and support cooks and culinary staff daily.
• Assist with onboarding, training and skill development.
• Promote inclusive, collaborative kitchen culture and learning.
• Maintain strong cross-department communication and teamwork.
• Support scheduling and labor management.
• Uphold HACCP, safety and sanitation standards.
• Oversee storage, labeling, rotation and temperature controls.
• Prepare for health inspections and audits.
• Assist in inventory counts, ordering and purchasing.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while preserving quality.
• Contribute to labor and productivity goals via production planning.
• Support catering events and campus programs execution.
• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams for success.
• Maintain culinary quality across service platforms.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume ops

Food safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Detail orientation

Food cost management

Inventory awareness

Team coaching

Microsoft Office

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bon Appetit

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefit Package

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

Bon Appétit is seeking a passionate and team-oriented Sous Chef to support the culinary leadership team at Carthage College. This role plays a key part in delivering exceptional food experiences by leading daily kitchen operations, supporting culinary innovation, developing team members, and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and consistency.

The ideal candidate brings strong culinary skills and experience working in high-volume food service environments. Experience in hotels, resorts, restaurants, corporate dining, catering, or multi-outlet hospitality operations is highly valued.

Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will help create a positive kitchen culture while ensuring operational excellence across all culinary programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily kitchen operations across dining venues, retail locations, catering, and special events.
• Assist with menu execution, food preparation, production planning, and quality control.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to established recipes, standards, and guest expectations.
• Help drive culinary creativity through seasonal offerings, menu enhancements, and new ideas.
• Monitor production levels and adjust based on business needs and service demands.
• Lead, coach, and support cooks and culinary team members during daily operations.
• Assist with onboarding, training, and skill development initiatives.
• Promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment focused on learning and professional growth.
• Help maintain strong communication and teamwork across culinary and operational departments.
• Support scheduling and labor management efforts.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP procedures and food handling regulations.
• Monitor proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature controls.
• Support readiness for health inspections and operational audits.
• Assist in managing food costs, waste reduction, inventory controls, and purchasing processes.
• Support inventory counts, product ordering, and receiving procedures.
• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining food quality standards.
• Contribute to labor and productivity goals through effective production planning.
• Support execution of catered events, campus functions, and special programs.
• Partner with culinary and operations teams to ensure successful event execution.
• Maintain culinary quality and consistency across all service platforms.

What We're Looking For

• Culinary leadership experience in restaurants, hotels, resorts, corporate dining, catering, higher education, or related hospitality environments.
• Experience working in high-volume food service operations.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary trends, and kitchen operations.
• Experience leading or mentoring kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of food safety, HACCP principles, sanitation practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Culinary degree, technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience supporting multiple meal periods, outlets, or service concepts.
• Scratch cooking experience and commitment to high‑quality ingredients.
• Catering or banquet experience.
• Experience with inventory controls, ordering, and food cost management.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety certification.
• Proficiency with food service technology and Microsoft Office applications.

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• 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

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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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.