Catering Sous Chef

Compass Group•Boston, MA

3d•$75,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bon Appétit Management Company is hiring a Catering Sous Chef in Boston, Massachusetts. The role supports campus catering events, from intimate receptions and executive meetings to large-scale celebrations and signature college functions. The chef works closely with catering managers and culinary teams to develop and execute menus, maintain high food quality and presentation standards, and deliver memorable guest experiences. The position involves hands-on culinary leadership, event preparation and execution, team support, and attention to food safety and operational efficiency. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; flexibility to support evening, weekend, and special-event schedules may be required as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Culinary degree, certificate, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
Experience preparing food in catering, hospitality, higher education, restaurant, hotel, resort, or event-focused environments.
Knowledge of banquet production, event execution, and large-scale food preparation.
Strong culinary fundamentals focused on flavor, presentation, and guest experience.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities and event timelines.
Experience with menu development, food production planning, and inventory management.
Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
Familiarity with culinary trends, dietary accommodations, and guest preferences.
Collaborative communication skills and ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
Comfort using basic computer applications, email, and web-based systems.
Flexibility to support evening, weekend, and special-event schedules as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification, or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Lead culinary execution for catered campus events, ensuring food quality, presentation, and service.
Collaborate with catering and dining leadership to develop menus aligned with client needs, seasonal offerings, and Bon Appétit's culinary philosophy.
Prepare, cook, and present food for catered functions of varying sizes.
Support menu tastings, special events, and customized client requests.
Follow recipes, portioning requirements, and presentation standards consistently.
Coordinate production schedules and event preparation for timely execution.
Monitor food quality during preparation, transportation, service, and post-event activities.
Work with the catering team to forecast production needs and manage event-specific inventory.
Assist with purchasing and receiving food products while supporting food-cost and waste-management goals.
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Guide, train, and support culinary team members in catering production, event execution, and food handling.
Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown of catered events as needed.
Support continuous improvement to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Participate in departmental meetings, training programs, and professional development opportunities.

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 insurance (full-time positions)
Dental insurance (full-time positions)
Vision insurance (full-time positions)
Life Insurance/AD (full-time positions)
Disability Insurance (full-time positions)
Commuter Benefits (full-time positions)
Employee Assistance Program (full-time positions)
Flexible Spending Accounts (full-time positions)
Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws