Sous Chef | Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Compass Group USA; Glen Carbon (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Morrison Living, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Culinary Department for a facility. You will supervise and assist in preparation, menu development, and catering events.

You will work with the Executive Chef, help control food costs, and implement new culinary programs. This role requires a strong kitchen background, high-volume experience, and a focus on quality and sanitation.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience required.
• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience preferred.
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience desirable.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience helpful.
• Strong knowledge of food costs, sanitation, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with cost controls and expenditures for the account.
• Assist with planning and creating menus.
• Produce and execute catering events.
• Roll out new culinary programs with Company marketing and culinary team.

Skills

Menu planning

Cost controls

Quality focus

Team supervision

Food safety

ServSafe certified

Education

Associate degree / A.S.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morrison Living, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Culinary Department for a facility. You will supervise and assist in preparation, menu development, and catering events.

You will work with the Executive Chef, help control food costs, and implement new culinary programs. This role requires a strong kitchen background, high-volume experience, and a focus on quality and sanitation.