SOUS CHEF, HOSPITAL / HEALTHCARE

TouchPoint Support Services

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

TouchPoint, a Compass Group company, seeks a Sous Chef to oversee culinary operations in a large hospital setting, partnering with the Executive Chef to manage patient dining, retail cafés, and catering. You will lead menu development, ensure food safety, and drive quality across daily kitchen operations.

The role emphasizes menu planning, staff development, and food cost controls in a high-volume environment with a strong focus on guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Progressive culinary leadership experience in healthcare, hospitality, contract foodservice, or other high-volume dining environments.
Experience supporting patient dining, retail foodservice, and catering operations preferred.
Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, food safety, menu development, and cost controls.
Ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business systems.
ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef in managing daily culinary operations across patient dining, retail cafe, physician lounges, and catering services
Assist with menu planning, recipe execution, food presentation, and quality assurance. Supervise, train, and develop culinary associates to ensure high standards of performance and food safety
Execute catering and special events while maintaining exceptional service and presentation standards
Assist with food cost management, inventory control, purchasing, and labor productivity initiatives
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements
Support the implementation of new culinary programs, seasonal menus, and operational improvements

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food production

Menu development

Food safety

Team leadership

Cost controls

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports to: Executive Chef

TouchPoint

TouchPoint, Support Services, provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.

Job Summary

As the Sous Chef, you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Department within a large hospital environment. In partnership with the Executive Chef, you will oversee food production and culinary execution for patient dining, retail cafés, physician lounges, and catering services. This role assists with menu development, food quality, team leadership, and daily kitchen operations while ensuring exceptional service, food safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef in managing daily culinary operations across patient dining, retail cafe, physician lounges, and catering services
Assist with menu planning, recipe execution, food presentation, and quality assurance. Supervise, train, and develop culinary associates to ensure high standards of performance and food safety
Execute catering and special events while maintaining exceptional service and presentation standards
Assist with food cost management, inventory control, purchasing, and labor productivity initiatives
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements
Support the implementation of new culinary programs, seasonal menus, and operational improvements

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience
Progressive culinary leadership experience in healthcare, hospitality, contract foodservice, or other high-volume dining environments
Experience supporting patient dining, retail foodservice, and catering operations preferred
Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, food safety, menu development, and cost controls
Ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business systems
ServSafe Certification preferred

TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USA

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/

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