Sous Chef - Innovative Menu & Culinary Ops Lead

Compass Healthcare; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Compass Healthcare in Mission Viejo is looking for a motivated Sous Chef to oversee the Culinary Department's operations. Responsibilities include planning menus and supervising staff, ensuring quality and cost control in food service.

The ideal candidate will have experience in high volume food services, be familiar with catering, and hold relevant certifications. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for culinary professionals in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures.
• Plan and create menus.
• Produce and execute catering events.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing.

Skills

Culinary management

Menu planning

Cost control

Catering experience

Food safety (ServSafe)

Microsoft Office

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Job description

Compass Healthcare in Mission Viejo is looking for a motivated Sous Chef to oversee the Culinary Department's operations. Responsibilities include planning menus and supervising staff, ensuring quality and cost control in food service.

The ideal candidate will have experience in high volume food services, be familiar with catering, and hold relevant certifications. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for culinary professionals in a vibrant environment.