Sous Chef - Birmingham, AL

Compass Healthcare; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Compass Healthcare is seeking a Sous Chef to join their Birmingham, AL team. The role supports culinary operations within healthcare, emphasizing quality food preparation and superior menu planning.

Key responsibilities include supervising staff, assisting in menu development, and executing catering events. The ideal candidate will have significant culinary management experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a strong grasp of food trends and safety standards.

Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• Progressive kitchen management experience is preferred.
• Experience with catering is essential.
• Knowledge of food trends and sanitation practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with cost control.
• Plan and create menus under the Executive Chef's direction.
• Produce catering events as needed.

Skills

Culinary management experience

Menu planning

High volume foodservice operations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

ServSafe certification

Education

A.S. degree or equivalent experience

Job description

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Morrison Healthcare, part of Compass Group, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and health systems nationwide.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team in the Birmingham, AL area. The Sous Chef will support culinary operations within a healthcare setting, ensuring the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. Responsibilities include supervising associates, preparing and cooking food items, developing daily menus, and working with the Executive Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with cost control and expenditure management.
• Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning and creation.
• Produce and execute catering events.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with company marketing and culinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Experience with catering.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience.
• Experience with institutional and batch cooking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet.
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and activities.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Certain positions may require a Florida Level 2 background screening. Applicants may be considered with a criminal history in accordance with applicable laws.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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 protected classification.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and benefits comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.