FLOATING CHEF, SOUS - KANSAS CITY, MO
Compass Group•Maryland Heights, MO
About The Position
The Floating Sous Chef is responsible for the successful operation of a facility’s Culinary Department. The role assists with supervising the preparation and cooking of food, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment, and may supervise hourly associates. The Sous Chef works with the Executive Chef or Chef to develop menus and assist with ordering. This is an opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional.
Requirements
- Some progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
- Computer experience, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
- Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and activities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate of Science degree or equivalent experience.
- Catering experience.
- Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
- Institutional and batch-cooking experience.
- ServSafe certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling account expenditures.
- Assist the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus.
- Produce and execute catering events.
- Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary team.
- Assist in supervising, preparing, and cooking food items, and develop daily menu items, preparation, and garnishment.
- Work with the Executive Chef or Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering.
- May supervise hourly associates.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Legal Services
- Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance for full-time positions
- Dental insurance for full-time positions
- Vision insurance for full-time positions
- Life Insurance/AD for full-time positions
- Disability Insurance for full-time positions
- Commuter Benefits for full-time positions
- Employee Assistance Program for full-time positions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for full-time positions
- Paid and/or unpaid time off may be available in accordance with applicable laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
