Sous Chef - Ford Foundation

Compass Group Canada; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Appetit Management Company is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its Culinary Department at the Ford Foundation. This role emphasizes creativity and culinary expertise in a high-volume food service environment, offering opportunities for menu development and the execution of catering events while working closely with an Executive Chef.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant and catering environments.
• Progressive kitchen management experience.
• Ability to work in high-volume food service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing cost controls.
• Assist in planning and creating menus.
• Supervise hourly associates to ensure high-quality food production.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Cost control

Creativity

Catering experience

Leadership

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 / year

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

As a Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the successful operation of the Culinary Department at the Ford Foundation. You will assist in supervising, preparing, and cooking various food items, while helping develop daily menu items, their preparation, and presentation. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, entrepreneurial culinary professional with a passion for food and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in managing cost controls and expenditures for the account

• Assist in planning and creating menus

• Produce and execute catering events

• Implement new culinary programs in collaboration with Company marketing and culinary teams

• Supervise hourly associates as needed and ensure high-quality food production

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience based on formal training or background

• Strong preference for candidates with restaurant and catering experience

• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable

• Institutional and batch cooking experience is a plus

• In-depth knowledge of current food and catering trends, with an emphasis on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and Internet tools

• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction initiatives

• ServSafe certification highly desirable

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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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 for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:1429561

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