Sous Chef (Cafe Mountain View)

Bon Appétit Management Company; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

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 Appetit Management Company in Mountain View, CA is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and guest-focused service. Open availability, including weekends, is required, with a pay range of $76,240 - $80,000 per year.

Responsibilities include maintaining rigorous food and workplace safety standards, developing culinary offerings, and training the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals with sustainability in mind.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory or leadership experience in a high-volume, quality food service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and basic computer skills.
• Commitment to food safety and workplace safety culture.
• Interest in sustainability and hospitality alignment.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Experience in a union environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food safety and allergen management.
• Contribute to culinary vision and dining experience.
• Ensure adherence to menus, production, and prep guidelines.
• Prepare balanced meals that satisfy guests.
• Foster hospitality and coach kitchen staff.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine with sustainable sourcing.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Safety Leadership

Communication

Google Suite

Sustainability

ServSafe

Union Experience

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Bon Appetit
We are hiring immediately for a Sous Chef.

• Location: Mountain View, CA
• Schedule: Open availability, including weekends
• Pay Range: $76,240 - $80,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

• Food & Workplace Safety: Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure the highest levels of guest well-being and operational safety.
• Culinary Vision: Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Operational Flow: Strictly adhere to all menu, production, and preparation guidelines; diligently follow opening/closing checklists and uphold responsibility guides to maintain seamless operations.
• Nourishing Meals: Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that effectively fuel and delight our users throughout their day.
• Exceptional Hospitality: Set and maintain a consistent expectation of genuinely engaging hospitality across all service interactions.
• Team Talent: Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Assist the Chef de Cuisine in ensuring all ingredients and products are procured in alignment with sector and Food purchasing standards, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary Experience: A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary leadership experience within a similar volume, high-quality food service establishment.
• Safety Leadership: Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in computer and technical skills, including a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Operational Alignment: Passion for the intersection of exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.
• Certifications: ServSafe Certification is preferred.
• Union Experience: Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.

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

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.
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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.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.