SOUS CHEF - HOURLY (FULL TIME)

Compass Group•Sandersville, GA

25d•$22 - $25

About The Position

The Sous Chef helps the Executive Chef prepare and cook food and coordinates the work of cooks and other food-service associates. The Sous Chef assumes responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates when the Executive Chef is absent. The role includes cooking to approved recipes and production standards, supervising hourly associates, maintaining food safety and sanitation, supporting customer service, and monitoring inventory and production.

Requirements

At least 2 years of cooking experience.
Prior kitchen leadership experience.
Knowledge of food-safety and sanitation standards.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food according to approved recipes and production standards, meeting 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 in accordance with 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; thoroughly clean the workstation and keep display equipment clean during meal service.
Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner and relay relevant information 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 production, consumption, and waste; inform the supervisor when supplies or products are low.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assume responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates in the Executive Chef’s absence.

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Legal Services
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 benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws