Sous Chef (Full Time)

Compass Group • Seattle, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bon Appétit Management Company is hiring a full-time Sous Chef at CuliNex Kitchens in Seattle, Washington. The Sous Chef helps the Executive Chef prepare and cook food, coordinates the work of cooks and other food-service associates, and assumes responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates when the Executive Chef is absent. The role cooks from approved recipes and production standards and supports safe, sanitary, timely food production and service. The position pays $30.00 to $32.00 per hour.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Previous high-volume catering and cooking experience is required. Bon Appétit operates cafés and restaurants and emphasizes scratch cooking with fresh, local ingredients and socially and environmentally responsible sourcing.

Requirements

• Previous high-volume catering and cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Help the Executive Chef prepare and cook foods.
• Coordinate the activities of cooks and other food-service associates.
• Assume responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates in the Executive Chef’s absence.
• Cook and prepare food according to approved recipes and production standards.
• Meet production deadlines based on production orders.
• Supervise hourly food-service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and recommending disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Store food in designated areas and follow corporate, state, and federal food-safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils, and thoroughly clean the workstation before leaving.
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service while meeting sanitation, safety, production, and merchandising requirements.
• Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Relay relevant information directly to the supervisor.
• Understand daily menu items and explain them accurately to associates and customers.
• Keep up with peak production and service hours.
• Monitor product and supply inventory and deliveries.
• Track product production, consumption, and waste, and notify the supervisor when supplies or products are low.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and the Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed