SOUS CHEF- Santa Clara Convention Center

Compass Group, North America; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; 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 Sector in Santa Clara is seeking a Sous Chef to prepare high-quality foods for events and venues in the Compass Group portfolio. The role requires hands-on kitchen leadership, adherence to safety standards, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

Starting pay ranges from $28 to $32 per hour, with responsibilities including food preparation, staff support, inventory, and ensuring consistent quality across all service moments.

Qualifications

• Experience as a professional cook or chef in large-scale or events settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in line with federal, state and corporate standards.
• Ensure quality service and timely guest satisfaction.
• Oversee proper food storage, rotation and presentation for events and functions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory and prep for events as needed.

Job description

Levy Sector

Position Title: Sous Chef

Starting Pay : $28-$32 per hour

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.

Positions at this location may require a COVID-19 vaccination. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this account may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• To understand and respond to all guest and employee needs in a timely and professional manner.
• To assist, as directed, to train as required, monitor scheduling, to support the food and beverage employees to maintain the highest possible levels of employee morale and departmental productivity.
• To oversee the proper and efficient preparation of all foods for events, employee meals and special functions, ensuring quality and quantity standards are being met.
• To follow all specifications to properly and efficiently prepare and present all food and beverage items to be served, including accommodating special guest requests.
• To follow and direct specifications to properly handle all product used in the food and beverage operation including preparation, covering, labeling, dating, proper storage of prepared and unprepared food items.
• Oversee proper rotation of food items in the operation to minimize waste.
• To promptly respond to product shortages or excess to ensure the needed product is on hand as well as minimize waste.
• To maintain and promote the cleanliness and safety standards of the operation.
• To follow all specified procedures to open or close the kitchen.
• To perform inventory of products for ordering and to assist in the month end inventory process.

Levy 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.

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

Santa Clara Convention Center

Salma Alayleh