Sous Chef

Convene; San Francisco (CA); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health & wellness benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off & parental leave

Career growth opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Résumé du poste

Convene invites a talented Sous Chef to join the Culinary Team at Convene 100 Stockton in San Francisco. The role reports to the Executive Chef and focuses on high-volume, conference-style catering with an emphasis on presentation and budget adherence.

You will help manage food costs, menu development, sanitation, and inventory while fostering a learning environment and leading pre-shifts and leadership meetings. This position supports growth within a dynamic hospitality group.

Qualifications

• A.O.S. degree or culinary certificate with required experience.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Knowledge of café operations is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food, catering trends, production, sanitation, and food cost controls.
• Proficient with MS Office suite, Outlook, and internal systems used in F&B standards.
• Willing to participate in client satisfaction programs with front-of-house teams.
• Experience leading pre-shifts and recurring property leadership meetings.
• Able to move, lift, push and carry objects up to 30 pounds; stand for extended periods.

Responsabilités

• Maintain full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other pertinent information.
• Participate in company-wide cost savings initiatives.
• Cooperate with implementation of cooperative training programs.
• Develop and curate menus and specials with the team.
• Ensure sanitation and proper food handling at all times.
• Lead with hands-on leadership and delegate effectively.

Connaissances

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

MS Office suite

Outlook

Food cost controls

Leadership development

Formation

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate

Description du poste

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team.

We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our Culinary Team at Convene 100 Stockton. The Sous Chef will report directly to the Executive Chef.

At Convene, our cultural DNA is rooted in GRIT- a set of guiding principles that fuel our passion, perseverance, and pursuit of excellence to be 1% better every day. Standing for genuine, relentless, integrity, and teamwork, GRIT is more than just an acronym- it's a way of life that informs every aspect of our organization. From the initiatives we launch to the partners we choose to work with, GRIT is the thread that weaves our community together!

What You'll Do

We're looking for a Sous Chef to join Convene's prestigious culinary team. This position requires experience in high-volume environments with a focus on presentation and conference style catering. As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in maintenance of budgeted food cost, ordering, menu development, sanitation and overall food quality and presentation, as well as assisting in daily ordering and inventory.

• Maintain full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other pertinent information
• Participate in company-wide cost savings initiatives
• Cooperate with implementation of cooperative training programs
• Display passion for increasing knowledge of the culinary field through collaborative development and curation of menus and specials
• Responsible for constant sanitation, organization, and proper food handling
• Cultivate a kitchen environment conducive to learning and growth opportunity through a pattern of hands-on leadership skills inclusive of the ability to delegate and follow up

What We Look For

• A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate and required experience
• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree of training
• Knowledge of café operations is a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with modern technology, to include MS Office suite, Outlook, and a variety of internal systems and programs that facilitate our F&B standards
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities inclusive of following up with front of house teams
• Leading pre-shifts and recurring property leadership meetings
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 30 pounds without assistance
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time

Compensation

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Min: $75,000 Salary Max: $80,000

This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan.

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

At Convene Hospitality Group, we want you to feel supported in every part of your life. Here's what you can expect:

• Health & Wellness: Day-one health coverage for you and your family, 24/7 virtual care, emotional well-being support, and fertility & family planning benefits. Because your well-being matters, inside and outside of work.
• Time Off & Balance: Generous PTO, your birthday off (because, of course!), paid parental leave, and a year-end holiday closure to recharge.
• Financial Growth: 401K with company match and support for education, courses, and certifications. We invest in you so you can grow personally and professionally.
• Development & Recognition: Ongoing career growth opportunities plus recognition programs to celebrate milestones.
• Community & Impact: Volunteer and give-back opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in the work you do.

At Convene Hospitality Group, we believe great teams are built by bringing together people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork) shape how we show up for each other every day. We want everyone here to feel welcome, supported, and free to be themselves. If you're excited to grow, learn, and make an impact, we'd love to have you on the team.

Convene Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.