Sous Chef - San Antonio, TX
Compass Group•San Antonio, TX
About The Position
The Sous Chef is responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. The role assists with supervising, preparing, and cooking various food items; developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment; and may supervise hourly associates. The Sous Chef works with the Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This role also supports cost controls and expenditures, plans menus, produces and executes catering events, and rolls out new culinary programs with the Company marketing and culinary team.
Requirements
- Some progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon 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
- A.S. 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 developing daily menu items, preparation, and garnishment.
- May supervise hourly associates.
- Work with the Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and AD
- 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 benefits 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
