SOUS CHEF

Compass Group USA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Shopping Program for associates

Health and Wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness,

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee the Culinary Department operations for a facility in Seattle. You will assist in supervising, preparing, and cooking a range of items, help develop daily menus, and assist with ordering. This role offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional a dynamic opportunity.

You may supervise hourly staff and collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menus and implement catering programs, ensuring quality and consistency across services.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience.
• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience would be highly desirable.
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
• Must be experienced with computers; includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, E-mail and the Internet.
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities.
• ServSafe certification - highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and expenditures for the account.
• Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus.
• Produces and executes catering events; rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team.

Skills

Culinary/kitchen management

Menu planning

Food cost control

Kitchen supervisory experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

A.S. or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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• We have an opening for a Sous Chef position.


• Location: SEATTLE, WA


• Schedule: Monday - Friday


• Pay Range: $80000 - 82000

Job Summary:

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 eventsRolls 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 RestaurantAssociates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both 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

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

• Medical


• Vision


• Life Insurance/AD


• Disability Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.


• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.


• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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.

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.