Sous Chef

Compass Group USA; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company in Savannah, GA is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced environment. You will assist in menu development, supervise kitchen staff, and work with the Executive Chef to maintain quality, cost controls, and food safety standards.

The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a collaborative kitchen team. Previous kitchen management and ServSafe certification are highly valued.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience in culinary field.
• Progressive kitchen management experience is preferred.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is desirable.
• Experience with institutional and batch cooking helpful.
• Knowledge of food trends, quality, sanitation and food cost controls.
• Computer proficiency including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef with cost controls and expenditures.
• Assist in planning and creating menus.
• Produce and execute catering events.
• Roll out new culinary programs with marketing and culinary team.

Skills

Culinary/kitchen management experience

High volume operations experience

Institutional and batch cooking

Knowledge of food and catering trends

Client satisfaction participation

Computers (MS Office)

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

ServSafe certified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a Sous Chef position.
• Pay Range: $55,000 -$60,000

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage-free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates and you work with Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists theExecutive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account
• Assists theExecutive Chef with planning and creating menus
• Produces and execute catering events
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Associates at Bon Appétitare offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates: 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

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)

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.