Catering Sous Chef

Compass Group • Sunnyvale, CA

94d • $76,240 - $80,000

About The Position

We're seeking a passionate and dynamic Sous Chef to join our exceptional Bon Appetit team at Google! The Sous Chef is a pivotal culinary leadership role, responsible for shaping the daily culinary experience within the event. You will oversee all facets of food quality, drive culinary innovation, and ensure the efficiency of service. This position demands an understanding of diverse culinary techniques, an unyielding passion for crafting exceptional dishes, and a strong ability to mentor and inspire a high-performing kitchen team. On a daily basis, you will meticulously manage a wide range of administrative and operational tasks, including vigilant monitoring of food costs, labor costs, and overall budget adherence. Beyond these critical daily responsibilities, the Sous Chef collaborates closely with the Chef de Cuisine. Together, you will cultivate robust relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, collectively driving operational excellence, significantly enhancing the overall guest experience, and contributing directly to the long-term success of our culinary operations. Bon Appetit is deeply committed to a culture of workplace health and safety, which you will champion every day! As the Sous Chef, you will set the standard for responsible practices, ensuring the well-being of our valued employees, the smooth operation of the kitchen, and your own safety. The Food program's vision is to inspire and enable the world to make food choices and use food experiences to develop more sustainable lifestyles and communities. Apply now and become an integral part of our philosophy!

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• 1 - 3 years kitchen supervisor experience within a similar volume, high-quality food service establishment.
• Passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Knowledge of Google Suite tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.
• ServSafe Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Food & Workplace Safety: manage workplace and food safety standards, including allergen management, to ensure the highest levels of guest well-being.
• Execute Culinary Vision: Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Ensure Operational Flow: Strictly adhere to all menu, production, preparation guidelines.
• Craft Nourishing Meals: Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that effectively fuel and delight the day.
• Champion Exceptional Hospitality: Set and maintain a consistent expectation of genuinely friendly and engaging hospitality across all service interactions.
• Develop Team Talent: Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Support Sustainable Sourcing: Assist the Chef de Cuisine in ensuring all ingredients and products are procured in alignment with sector and Food purchasing standards, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree