SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Canteen North America; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Canteen North America is seeking a full-time Sous Chef in Melbourne, Florida. Assist the Executive Chef in preparing and cooking foods, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining culinary standards.

The ideal candidate will have previous culinary experience and supervisory skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience is essential.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position.
• Florida Level 2 background screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food following approved recipes.
• Ensure all deadlines are met based on production orders.
• Supervise hourly food-service associates.
• Maintain proper food handling and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Culinary experience

Supervisory skills

Customer service

Job description

Job Title

SOUS CHEF (Full Time)

Location

Embraer - 1205 General Aviation Drive, Melbourne, FL 32935

Schedule

Full‑time. Wednesday through Friday, 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm; Weekends, 6:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Pay

$23.00–$25.00 per hour.

Summary

Assist the Executive Chef in preparing and cooking foods, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food following approved recipes and production standards.
• Ensure all deadlines are met based on production orders.
• Supervise hourly food‑service associates: interview, schedule, payroll, train, counsel.
• Store food in designated areas following food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures.
• Sanitize equipment, supplies, and utensils; keep workstation clean.
• Resolve customer complaints in a friendly, service‑oriented manner.
• Explain daily menu items to associates and customers.
• Keep up with peak production and service hours.
• Monitor inventory and deliveries; track production, consumption, and waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous culinary experience.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position.
• Florida Level 2 background screening may be required.

Benefits

Full‑time and part‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, and more. Full‑time employees also receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 class.

Application Process

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Online applications are the only accepted method.

Additional Information

Internal employee referral bonus is available. The position is currently open, and applications are accepted.