Senior Sous Chef - Andrews University

Compass Group • Oronoko Charter Township, MI

130d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

At Bon Appetit Management Company, we are committed to two things: great food and outstanding service! As Senior Sous Chef, you will support the Culinary Department on a 100% vegetarian campus with an all-you-care-to-eat café, fast casual café with c-store, two retail locations, a weekly food truck, and internal/external catering. You’ll oversee food preparation, menu development, and presentation while supervising hourly associates. In partnership with the Executive Chef, you’ll help manage ordering, cost controls, and new menu creation, ensuring high-quality operations that adapt to the needs of the business and events.

Requirements

• A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or a culinary certificate with required experience
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on degree or training
• Catering experience strongly preferred
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experience helpful
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with emphasis on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet use
• Willingness to participate in guest satisfaction programs and activities
• ServSafe certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and monitoring account expenditures
• Support menu planning and creation in collaboration with the Executive Chef
• Produce and execute internal and external catering events
• Implement new culinary programs in partnership with Company marketing and the culinary team

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees