Sous Chef, Hourly

Internal USA Compass Group; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early access to wages)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, is hiring an Hourly Sous Chef at the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL. The role provides leadership within the culinary team, coaching staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of culinary leadership, strong computer skills, and a passion for hospitality. Join a team that values diversity, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, with benefits and programs like Instapay.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a culinary leadership position.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Understanding of financial concepts.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best.
• Monitoring quality and sanitation standards.
• Setting the standard for culinary excellence.
• Overseeing equipment maintenance routines.
• Communicating and monitoring par levels.
• Supporting the creation of menu build diagrams and monitoring output to ensure standards are adhered to.
• Ensuring all routine kitchen management procedures are adhered to, including opening and closing checklists, cleaning schedules, temperature checks, waste sheets and pest control.
• Creation of menu specifications, as needed.
• Setting standards for chef table setups.
• Creation of prep sheets and line layout diagrams to ensure consistent and efficient food production.
• Performing daily line checks to verify quality and flavor standards.
• Proactively monitoring and managing food waste to help drive the cost of food.
• Management of employee breaks to ensure the well-being of all team members.
• Delivery of pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events.
• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed.
• Supporting the maintenance and update of recipes.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Computer literacy

Financial concepts

Hospitality passion

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Location: Art Institute of Chicago- Chicago, IL

Pay Range: $30.00 to $33.00

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring! Great team member perks like Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

For more information on what we are about as a company, check us out by following the link below: http://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/

Job Summary:

The Hourly Sous Chef position is a central leadership role within the culinary team - providing direction and coaching to team members to deliver exceptional food and guest experiences at the location. The ideal candidate will be an experienced culinarian with a passion for great food and guest experience.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best
• Monitoring quality and sanitation standards
• Setting the standard for culinary excellence
• Overseeing equipment maintenance routines
• Communicating and monitoring par levels
• Supporting the creation of menu build diagrams and monitoring output to ensure standards are adhered to
• Ensuring all routine kitchen management procedures are adhered to, including (but not limited to) opening and closing checklists, cleaning schedules, temperature checks, waste sheets and pest control
• Creation of menu specifications, as needed
• Setting standards for chef table setups
• Creation of prep sheets and line layout diagrams to ensure consistent and efficient food production
• Performing daily line checks to verify quality and flavor standards
• Proactively monitoring and managing food waste to help drive the cost of food
• Management of employee breaks to ensure the well-being of all team members
• Delivery of pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events
• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed
• Supporting the maintenance and update of recipes
• Other duties, as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• 1 years of experience in a culinary leadership position
• High level of computer literacy
• Understanding of financial concepts
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

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 for paid time off benefits information.