Executive Sous Chef I - Texas A&M University Dining - College Station, Tx

Compass Group•College Station, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This individual will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the Texas A&M University dining program. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training
3-5 years of relevant culinary experience
Mastery of a wide variety of kitchen positions and stations
Ability to think on their feet, as well as create, produce, and serve on the fly
Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification
Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills

Responsibilities

Ensure that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner
Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation
Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
Supervises co-workers to ensure the cleanliness, organization, and overall sanitation of the kitchen
Motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house employees preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation
Performs other duties as assigned