SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Occasions Caterers Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Occasions Caterers Inc in Washington, DC is hiring immediately for a full-time Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef, cook on hot and cold stations, and help run kitchen operations. This role requires four years of sous-chef experience and a proven ability to work across multiple cooking stations. You will coordinate cooks, ensure timely service, and uphold food safety standards. Comprehensive benefits are offered, with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Four years of sous chef experience required.
• Must have both hot and cold station experience.
• Full-time schedule; days and hours may vary.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks foods following the Executive Chef's directions and production standards.
• Supervises hourly kitchen staff, including interviewing, scheduling and training.
• Ensures proper food safety, portion control and serving temperatures; maintains sanitation.
• Keeps workstation and equipment clean; monitors cleanliness during service.
• Addresses customer questions or issues in a courteous, service-oriented manner.

Skills

Sous chef experience

Hot and cold station experience

Four years of sous chef experience

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions.
• Location: Occasions Caterers - 655 Taylor Street, Washington, DC 20017. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Four years of sous chef experience is required. Must have previous hot and cold station experience.
• Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

Occasions

• We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions.
• Location: Occasions Caterers - 655 Taylor Street, Washington, DC 20017. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Four years of sous chef experience is required. Must have previous hot and cold station experience.
• Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

About Our Company

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers has worked closely with our clients to create remarkable events. We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach to full-service catering with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect your unique style, taste and vision. With over thirty years of experience, we have an unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed expectation and delight in every way. Occasions Caterers has a mission to have dedicated team members who support and work together to create exceptional catered experiences each and every day.

If you want to be a part of an exceptional team who values Excellence by setting the bar high, Integrity by living our values, Respect by valuing the contributions of every team member, Teamwork by supporting each other, and Innovation by keeping things exciting, please see our open position below.

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.

Associates At Occasions Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• 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
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Occasions maintains a drug-free workplace.

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. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Occasions.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.