Executive Sous Chef
Compass Group•Bernards Township, NJ
•$75,000 - $80,000
About The Position
The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment. The role prepares or directs the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. It also contributes to food quality and presentation, kitchen planning and cost control, culinary program launches, and the supervision and development of back-of-house employees. The position is based in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management, or a related field; or an Associate of Occupational Studies 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 one's feet and create, produce, and serve on the fly.
- Knowledge of food cost and its relation to a kitchen, product, and quality identification.
- Computer experience, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Outlook, email, and the Internet.
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Ensure high-quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner.
- Assist with planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation.
- Support cost control and manage account expenditures.
- Roll out new culinary programs in coordination with marketing and culinary teams.
- Supervise coworkers to maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and sanitation.
- Motivate, train, develop, and direct back-of-house employees preparing and cooking food to meet operational objectives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and AD&D
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Flexible time off
- Paid parental leave
- Holiday time off (varies by site/state)
- Personal leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and wellness programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Potential paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
