SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Uniforms provided

Meals

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group USA in La Crosse, WI is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and support the Executive Chef. You will oversee cooks and food-service staff, ensure timely preparation of menu items, and maintain high sanitation and safety standards in a fast-paced campus setting.

The role offers a full benefits package, uniforms, meals, and growth potential, with a schedule from 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm and occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a sous chef.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards.
• Supervises hourly food service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, and reviews.
• Stores food in designated areas following safety procedures.
• Maintains proper food handling, presentation, and serving temperatures.
• Keeps workstation and equipment clean and sanitary.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly manner.
• Explains daily menu items to associates and customers.
• Monitors peak production hours and service times.
• Keeps track of inventory and deliveries; notifies supervisor of shortages.

Skills

Sous chef experience

Leadership / supervision

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position.
• Address: 1725 State Street, La Crosse, WI 54601. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; days may vary, 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm, including every 3rd weekend. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: 1-3 years of experience as a sous chef.
• Perks: Full benefits package, uniforms provided, meals, and growth potential!
• Pay Range: $21.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact.

Job Summary

Summary: Helps Executive Chef prepare and cook foods. Coordinates activities of cooks and other food-service associates. Assumes responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards. Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders.
• Supervises hourly food service associates. Includes interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
• Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Relays relevant information directly to supervisor.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to associates and customers.
• Keeps up with peak production and service hours.
• Monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies. Tracks product production, consumption and waste. Informs supervisor when supplies or product are low.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• 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)

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 Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely,

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Nearest Major Market: La Crosse
Nearest Secondary Market: Winona
Job Segment: Payroll, Sous Chef, Food Service, Kitchen, Merchandising, Finance, Hospitality, Retail