SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

AECOM; Wilmore (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service management company seeks a full-time Sous Chef at Asbury University, responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in food preparation and coordinating kitchen activities. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring food safety, and interacting with customers. Competitive pay and a full benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Shopping and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft and Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to supervise staff effectively.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and preparing food according to recipes and standards.
• Supervising staff, including interviewing, scheduling, and training.
• Ensuring proper food handling and sanitation.

Skills

Cooking

Supervision

Food Safety

Customer Interaction

Education

University experience preferred

Job description

Fresh Ideas

+ We are hiring immediately for full-time SOUS CHEF positions.

+ Location: Asbury University - 1 Macklem Drive, Wilmore, KY 40390. Note: online applications accepted only.

+ Schedule: Full-time. Days and hours may vary. Must be able to work evenings, overtime, and weekends. More details upon interview.

+ Requirement: University experience preferred.

+ Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing. Food brings people together and creates memories.

We encourage creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams! Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness, and innovation are valued. Our team members are excited about creating delicious, unique, and engaging dining experiences for our guests.

Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules respecting work-life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities. Our rapid growth also provides accelerated promotion opportunities for motivated team members!

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Job Summary

Summary: Assists the Executive Chef in food preparation and cooking. Coordinates activities of cooks and food-service associates. Takes responsibility for the kitchen and staff in the absence of the Executive Chef. Essential Duties include:

• Cooking and preparing food following recipes and standards, meeting deadlines.
• Supervising hourly staff, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, reviews, and disciplinary actions.
• Storing food properly, following safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensuring proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and temperature maintenance.
• Maintaining sanitation of equipment and workstations.
• Interacting with customers to resolve complaints professionally.
• Understanding and explaining menu items to staff and guests.
• Monitoring peak hours and inventory levels.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Shopping and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft and Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Additional paid/unpaid time off benefits may be available per law. For positions in specific states or remote work, see https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FreshIdeas.pdf.

About Compass Group: Leading in the foodservice industry

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected class.

Applicants must be able to perform essential functions satisfactorily with or without accommodations. This job post is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs.

Applications are accepted continuously. Fresh Ideas maintains a drug-free workplace.