SOUS CHEF - CHARLESTON, SC
Compass Group•Charleston, SC
•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Sous Chef is responsible for the successful operation of a facility’s Culinary Department. The role assists with supervising, preparing, and cooking food items; developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment; and may supervise hourly associates. Working with the Executive Chef/Chef, the Sous Chef helps develop new menus and assists with ordering. The position also supports cost controls, catering events, and the rollout of culinary programs.
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.
- Experience with computers, 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 with supervision, preparation, and cooking of food items.
- Develop daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment.
- May supervise hourly associates.
- Assist with developing new menus and ordering.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death coverage
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and 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
- Potential paid and/or unpaid time-off benefits in accordance with applicable laws
- Employee referral bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
