Sous Chef - Horace Mann School

Compass Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Sous Chef at Horace Mann School, where culinary creativity thrives. You will coordinate food preparation, manage kitchen operations, and implement innovative culinary programs, ensuring quality and presentation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience, including 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of food industry trends, sanitation, safety, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in food preparation and cooking.
• Assist in planning and creating innovative menus.
• Manage cost controls and monitor expenditures.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Culinary Experience

Education

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Title: Sous Chef - Horace Mann School

Reports To: Executive Chef

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 / year

Other Compensation: N/A

About Flik Independent School Dining: We have been transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences, crafting meals from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and supporting sustainable practices. We also offer nutrition education programs to empower students to make healthy choices, nourishing the whole person and creating community through food and programming.

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Job Summary

Join our team at Flik Independent School Dining as a Sous Chef at Horace Mann School! You will work in a dynamic environment where creativity and culinary excellence are celebrated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and participate in food preparation and cooking, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Assist in planning and creating innovative menus aligned with client culture and guidelines.
• Implement new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams.
• Manage cost controls and monitor expenditures to stay within budget.
• Perform additional duties to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, or related food services.
• Knowledge of food industry trends, quality, sanitation, safety, and cost controls.
• Ability to set up and manage production sheets effectively.
• Strong leadership, training, and management skills.
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Associate's degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts preferred.

Apply now and help us nourish a brighter future with outstanding culinary experiences!