CATERING SOUS CHEF- Texas Southern University- HOUSTON, TX

Compass Group•Houston, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. Job SummaryChartwells Higher Ed is hiring an energetic and growth minded SOUS CHEF (CATERING) on the campus of TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY (HBCU) in Houston, TX. This key culinary role will help lead the successful operations of our catering team. As a CATERING CHEF, you will be hands on with menu development and preparation, infusing creativity, and precision into every dish. This role entails helping supervise budgeting and food costing, ensuring client and customer satisfaction, and fostering employee training and growth. You will work with the Campus Executive Chef and Catering Manager to GROW our catering business at Texas Southern Unviersity. With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance expertly and make an immediate impact in our culinary landscape!

Requirements

A.S. or equivalent experience
Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
SYSTEM DRIVEN: Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

Nice To Haves

Catering experience (hotel, resort, country club)
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account
Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
Produces and execute catering events
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team